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Please explain why this reaction is not an example of alpha decay.

The equation models the beta decay of krypton-89 into rubidium-89.

Please explain why this reaction is not an example of alpha decay. The equation models-example-1

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Answer: A beta particle is being emitted, not an alpha particle.

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