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A radon 220Rn86 nucleus emits an alpha particle becomes a

A) 216Po84

B) 220At85

C) 220Rn86

D) 220Fr87

E) 224Ra88

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by kratos
 
Best answer

The correct option is: (A) 216Po84

Explanation:

An alpha particle is 4He2 so reduce the atomic mass by 4 and the atomic number by 2.

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