Predicting the decay mode Based on the valley of stability, the following proces
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Question
Predicting the decay mode Based on the valley of stability, the following processes generally tend to produce more stable neutron-to-proton (n/p) ratios: Nuclei with Z?84 tend to undergo ? emission. Nuclei with high n/p ratios undergo ? ( 0?1e) emission. Heavy nuclei with low n/p ratios are more likely to undergo electron ( 0?1e) capture. Light nuclei with low n/p ratios are more likely to undergo positron (01e) emission. The classification "high" or "low" n/p ratio can be determined by finding the coordinates on the graph that correspond to the number of protons (x or horizontal value) and neutrons (y or vertical value) in a given isotope. Then, observe whether this set of coordinates is above, within, or below the stability valley.
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Explanation / Answer
U - 238 - Alpha Decay
Fluorine - 17 - Beta Decay
Barium - 150 - Beta decay
Gold - 170 - No decay