Chapter 21, Problem 21.35QE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Number of alpha and beta decay that has occurred in decay series which begins with ${}^{\text{238}}\text{Pu}$ and produces ${}^{\text{206}}\text{Pb}$ has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Alpha particle emission results in the formation of nucleus that has mass number 4 less than that of the parent nuclide and atomic number 2 less.  Beta particle emission results in the formation of daughter nuclide that has atomic number 1 greater than the parent nuclide.