Multiple Choice
In a balanced nuclear reaction, which statement is consistent with the release of a beta particle?
A) The identity of the atom does not change.
B) All radioactive decay releases a beta particle.
C) The mass number decreases by 4.
D) The atomic number increases by 1.
E) The atomic number decreases by 1.
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