Which of the Following Is FALSE

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is FALSE?

A) A β^- particle is essentially an e^- originating from the nucleus.
B) A β^- decay results in a decrease in atomic number.
C) A β^- decay is accompanied by the emission of a neutrino.
D) A β⁺ decay converts a proton to a neutron in the nucleus of an atom.
E) An e^- capture converts a proton to a neutron in the nucleus of an atom.