Beta positive decay mechanism – Rankers Physics

Nucleus: Practice Problem & Solution

Beta positive decay is
The conversion of neutron into proton along with neutrino and electron
The conversion of proton into neutron along with antineutrino and electron
The conversion of neutron into proton along with positron and antineutrino
The conversion of proton into neutron along with neutrino and positron

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Nucleus. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

In \( \beta^+ \) decay, a proton inside the nucleus converts into a neutron, emitting a positron (\( e^+ \)) and a neutrino (\( \nu_e \)). The nuclear reaction is \( p \rightarrow n + e^+ + \nu_e \).

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