Question

Which of these forces in carbon-14 isotopes transforms a neutron into a proton? gravitational forces electromagnetic forces weak nuclear forces strong nuclear forces

Answer 1

Weak Nuclear Forces

Step-by-step explanation:

Whenever a neutron gets converted to a proton, electron is also released along with the proton.

n → p + e where n denotes the neutron, p denotes the proton

and e denotes the electron.

This is also called beta decay. This is a weak force since it involves decay.

A strong nuclear force is one which is like the binding of a neutron and the proton in a nucleus.

Answer 2

I think the correct answer is the third option. It is the weak nuclear forces in carbon-14 isotopes that transforms a neutron into a proton emitting a beta particle. This weak force is responsible for all radioactive decay and is important in nuclear fission.