Copy of CI- Skill Check #14.1 Nuclear Chemistry (Unit 7 Investigation 14 Experience 1) (5/1/2025) (7/30/2025) - Didi Maloney | Laabri

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Which of the following statements IS NOT an example of radioactive decay?

An example of radioactive decay is beta decay, which converts a neutron to a proton and releases an electron.

An example of radioactive decay is omega decay, which converts a proton into a neutron.

An example of radioactive decay is gamma decay, when a photon is released.

An example of radioactive decay is alpha decay, when an unstable nucleus emits an alpha particle.

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Draggable item		Corresponding Item
beta decay		can be stopped by paper; slow moving, releases a helium nuclei
gamma emission		can be stopped by aluminum; releases an electron
alpha decay		can be stopped by lead; fast moving; releases wavelengths of energy

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alpha decay

beta decay

gamma emission

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alpha decay

beta decay

gamma emission

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alpha decay and beta decay

beta decay and gamma emission

gamma emission and alpha decay