Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is true about a beta particle?
A) it has the same mass as a helium nucleus
B) when ejected from the nucleus formed has same mass as the original isotope
C) when ejected from the nucleus of a radioisotope, the nucleus formed has one more proton
D) it is the same as a gamma radiation
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