A radioactive nuclide of proton number X emits a \(\beta\)-particle to form a new nuclide to proton number Y. The correct equation relating X and Y is
- X = Y - 1
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X = Y + 1
- X = 1 - Y
- X = \(\frac{1}{y}\)
- X = Y
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
There is an increase in proton number by one in a beta-decay.