Question
Americium–241 decays into neptunium–237. Which correctly describes this process of radioactive decay? (2 points)
Group of answer choices
An unstable nucleus decays into a more stable nucleus.
Energy in the nucleus is converted into mass.
The strong nuclear force splits the nucleus apart.
The atom loses four protons.
Group of answer choices
An unstable nucleus decays into a more stable nucleus.
Energy in the nucleus is converted into mass.
The strong nuclear force splits the nucleus apart.
The atom loses four protons.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct description of the process of radioactive decay of Americium–241 into Neptunium–237 is:
**An unstable nucleus decays into a more stable nucleus.**
In this decay process, Americium-241 (which is unstable) transforms into Neptunium-237, which is a more stable isotope.
**An unstable nucleus decays into a more stable nucleus.**
In this decay process, Americium-241 (which is unstable) transforms into Neptunium-237, which is a more stable isotope.