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    The Process in Which a Nucleus Spontaneously Breaks Down by Emitting
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The Process in Which a Nucleus Spontaneously Breaks Down by Emitting

Question 32

Question 32

Multiple Choice

The process in which a nucleus spontaneously breaks down by emitting radiation is known as


A) transmutation.
B) transformation.
C) fusion.
D) a chain reaction.
E) radioactive decay.

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