Which of the unstable nuclides below will not result in beta emission during radioactive decay? 133Cs is the most stable isotope of this element. Key Concept: Band of stability. Isotopes above the band of stability decay by beta emission while isotopes below the band undergo either electron capture or positron emission.     147Cs     127Cs     142Cs     145Cs

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  1. Which of the unstable nuclides below will not result in beta emission during radioactive decay? 133Cs is the most stable isotope of this element.

    Key Concept: Band of stability. Isotopes above the band of stability decay by beta emission while isotopes below the band undergo either electron capture or positron emission.
       
    147Cs
       
    127Cs
       
    142Cs
       
    145Cs
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