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Classify each type of radioactive decay according to how it affects the neutron-to-proton ratio (n/z).

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Answer: Beta emission- reduces the n/z ratio

Neutron emission- decreases the n/z ratio

Position emission- increases the n/z ratio

K- electron capture- increases the n/z ratio

Alpha decay- increases the n/z ratio

Step-by-step explanation:

The essence of radioactive decay Is to attain a favorable n/z ratio. The various forms of decay are classifed according to those that either increase or decrease the n/z ratio. Do not forget that the ultimate aim of radioactive decay is to form stable nuclides

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The types of radioactive decay are the following:
alpha particle
beta particle
gamma ray
proton
neutron
These are the effects of the following neutron-to-proton ratio:
alpha particle - close to 1 (stable)
beta particle - close to 1 (stable)
gamma ray - close to 1 (stable)
proton - greater than 1
neutron - less than 1
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