Question

Which sentences describe alpha particles? Check all that apply 1. Alpha particles consist of two protons and two neutrons 2. Alpha particles consist of a negatively charged electron emitted by a nucleus 3. Alpha particles are produced during alpha decay 4. Alpha particles are produced during beta decay 5. Alpha particles release energy.
answers: 1,3,5 on ed-genuity ...good luck!!

Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer are Option 1, Option 3 and Option 5.

Explanation:

Alpha particles are released when a nucleus undergoes alpha decay process. The alpha particle released carries a charge of +2 units and has a mass of 4 units.

The charge of this particle will determine the number of protons present in this particle which are 2 and the mass will determine the number of neutrons in this particle.

Number of neutrons = Mass number - Number of protons

Number of neutrons = 4 - 2 = 2

This particle also releases energy with itself.

Hence, the correct answer are Option 1, Option 3 and Option 5.

Answer 2

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