A decay sequence for a radioactive atom of radon 219 to stable lead 207 atom is as shown below. (a.) What do the numbers on the symbol 20782Pb represent? (b.) (i.) Write down a nuclear equation representing the decay of 21986Rn to 21584Po. (ii.) Write down the name of the particle which is emitted in this decay.

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Writing and Balancing Nuclear Equations

A nuclear equation is a symbolic representation of a nuclear reaction using certain symbols. It is studied in nuclear chemistry and nuclear physics.