Question

Choose the correct nuclear process from the below options:

• A. \(n \rightarrow p + e^- + \overline{\nu}\)
• B. \(n \rightarrow p + e^+ + \nu\)
• C. \(n \rightarrow p + e^- + \nu\)
• D. \(n \rightarrow p + e^+ + \overline{\nu}\)

Hint:

Remember that in beta decay, an electron is emitted along with an antineutrino, not a neutrino or positron.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Grasp beta decay. Beta decay involves a neutron transforming into a proton, releasing an electron (beta particle) and an electron antineutrino.
Conclusion: Beta decay is the accurate nuclear process, matching option (3).