Radioactive Decay Reaction: Alpha Particle Release

What particle is released as a result of the reaction?

one alpha particle

two beta particles

one alpha and one beta particle

one high-energy photon

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Answer:

For the reaction of radon getting converted to polonium, we get one alpha particle.

Explanation:

The given reaction is a type of radioactive decay reaction.

Radioactive decay process is a type of process in which a less stable nuclei decomposes to a stable nuclei by releasing some radiations or particles like alpha, beta particles or gamma-radiations.

The given reaction follows:

^{222}_{86}Rn → ^{218}_{84}Po + ^{4}_{2}α

In the given reaction, one alpha particle is released which has 2 neutrons and 2 protons.

This reaction is a type of alpha-decay reaction because an alpha-particle is released during the decay process.

Hence, in the reaction, one alpha-particle is released.