Chapter 18, Problem 38E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The nuclide that was created when chromium-$54$ nucleus is smashed into a bismuth-$209$ target is to be identified.

Concept introduction:

The elements whose nucleus decays spontaneously are known as radioactive elements. The decay is accompanied by the emission of alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays. All the elements which have an atomic number greater than atomic number $83$, are radioactive. Radioactive forms of elements are called radionuclides.