Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation
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Author: Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
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In an oxidation half-reaction, the electrons are written on the _____ side to show a loss of A) A) electrons.
B) reactant
C) product
D) neither, because the electrons get canceled out.
An isotope is a difference in the number of
A) Neutrons
B) Electrons
C) Beta Particles
D) Protons
E) Alpha Particles
Which decay mode occurs with the emission of 2 protons and 2 neutrons?
A) Beta decay
B) Positron emission
C) Electron capture
D) Gamma ray decay
E) Alpha decay
Which radioactive particle needs a piece of lead to prevent penetration of biological molecules?
A) Gamma ray
B) Alpha
C) Electrons
D) Positron
E) Beta
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