BETADECAY

Beta decay

In nuclear physics, beta decay is a type of radioactive decay in which a beta particle is emitted from an atomic nucleus. Beta decay is a process which allows the atom to obtain the optimal ratio of protons and neutrons.

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beta decay

Noun

  1. A nuclear reaction in which a beta particle (electron or positron) is emitted


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