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The isotope 22286Rn disintegrates by a decay series of α and β emissions to its conclusion at 20682Pb. What are the numbers of α and β particles lost respectively?

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4 and 4
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4 and 8
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6 and 2
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8 and 4
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Solution

The correct option is A 4 and 4

The isotope 22286Rn disintegrates by a decay series of α and β emissions to its conclusion at 20682Pb. 4 and 4 are the numbers of α and β particles lost respectively.

A series of regular disintegration starting from an unstable nucleus and ending at a stable nucleus, is known as radioactive disintegration series. Or All the disintegration steps involved in the formation of a non-radioactive element from a radioactive element constitute the disintegration series.


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