Chapter 21, Problem 21.24QE

(a)

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Interpretation:

Balanced nuclear equation has to be written for the beta decay of carbon-14.

(b)

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Interpretation:

Balanced nuclear equation has to be written for the alpha decay of thorium-234.

(c)

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Interpretation:

Balanced nuclear equation has to be written for the positron decay of potassium-40.

(d)

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Interpretation:

Balanced nuclear equation has to be written for the electron capture of lead-198.