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When a radioactive isotope releases an alpha particle, the atomic number of the atom is
A
decreased by two.

B
decreased by four.

C
increased by two.

D
increased by four.

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When a radioactive isotope releases an alpha particle, the atomic number of the atom is decreased by four.

So, the correct answer is B.

Hope this helps,

Davinia.

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