An element of nuclear number A and proton number Z emits an alpha particle from its nucleus. The nucleon number and the proton number of the new element formed are respectively

a

(A – 2) and (Z – 2)

b

(A + 4) and (Z + 2)

c

(A– 4) and (Z+2)

d

(A+ 4) and (Z – 2)

e

(A – 4) and (Z – 2)

Download Offline App Ask a Question

Explanation

Correct Option
e

Video Explanation

No video available

Post your Contribution

Share:

Discussions (7)

gilda
9 years ago

it's a-4 ,z-2

Chase123
10 years ago

it's E

MosesOlu
8 years ago

The ans s E

Emmy1234
10 years ago

E is the answer

Favourndupuechi
4 months ago

the answer is E

Div102
6 years ago

The correct option is E

peter samson
9 years ago

the right answer is D oh...helium atom +4 -2...

Quick Questions

Ask a Question
CO

ceoofwahala

20th June, 2026

Chemistry


2 comments

ASSAAS

20th June, 2026

English Language


5 comments

infinitehoaxx

21st May, 2026

Computer


4 comments