Which of the following equations represents beta decay?

  • A \(\frac{14}{7}\)N + \(\frac{4}{2}\)He → \(\frac{8}{17}\)O + \(\frac{1}{1}\)H
  • B \(\frac{8238}{92}\)U → \(\frac{234}{90}\)Th + \(\frac{4}{2}\)He
  • C \(\frac{8238}{92}\)U → \(\frac{239}{93}\)Np + \(\frac{0}{-1}\)e
  • D \(\frac{13}{7}\)N + \(\frac{4}{2}\)He → \(\frac{16}{8}\)O + \(\frac{1}{1}\)H

The correct answer is C. \(\frac{8238}{92}\)U → \(\frac{239}{93}\)Np + \(\frac{0}{-1}\)e

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