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: Understand the process of beta decay. In beta decay, a neutron decays into a proton, emitting an electron (beta particle) and an electron antineutrino. Conclusion: The correct nuclear process is beta decay, which corresponds to option (3).