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Why would a atomic nucleus give off a particle?

A. To become stable
B. To increase atom mass
C. To emit radiation
D. To change atomic number

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A) to become more stable
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A BECAUSE IN ORDER BECOME STABLE THEY HAVE TO GIVE OFF 
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