When a beta particle is given out, the atomic number of the parent atom?

Increases by unity

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Decreases by unity

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Remains the same

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Is halved

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Solution

The correct option is A Increases by unity
$C - 14$ converted to $N - 14$ so there is increase in atomic number by $+ 1$ due due emission of $β$ particle.

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