Il One form of nuclear
Is charge conserved in the beta decay process? Explain.
b. Why is the final product a helium atom? Explain.
c. The nuclei of both 3H and 3He have radii of 1.5 X 10-15 m.
With what minimum speed must the electron be ejected if it is
to escape from the nucleus and not fall back?
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