Multiple choice

When N/P ratio of a nuclide is lower than that required for its stability, which of the following does not take place?

  1. Emission of alpha particles

  2. Positron emission

  3. K-electron capture

  4. Gamma emission

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Gamma emission does not involve any change in mass number or atomic number of nuclide. Hence, it is ineffective in stabilizing the nuclide.