Question

When 23Na is bombarded with protons, the products are 20Ne and A. a neutron B. an alpha particle C. a deuteron D. a gamma ray particle E. two beta particles

Answer 1

The correct option is B. an alpha particle.

Step-by-step explanation:

When ²³Na is bombarded with protons
`_(1)^(1)\textrm{H}`, ²⁰Ne and one alpha particle
`_(2)^(4)\textrm{He}` is released.

The reaction is as follows:

`_(11)^(23)\textrm{Na} + _(1)^(1)\textrm{H} \rightarrow _(10)^(20)\textrm{Ne} + _(2)^(4)\textrm{He}`

Therefore, an alpha particle and ²⁰Ne are released when ²³Na is bombarded with protons.