What occurs when a neutron breaks apart and forms a proton? (What nuclear decay)

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Kailey Lowery

2 March, 20:45

What occurs when a neutron breaks apart and forms a proton? (What nuclear decay)

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Lisa Collins · Answer 1

When a neutron breaks off and forms a proton and an electron that is released, it is called beta decay. Beta decay has average ionising and penetrating power. Beta decay may be blocked by a sheet of aluminium or something of equal density.