Question 278: Atoms & Nuclei

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In gamma ray emission from a nucleus

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There is no change in the proton number and the neutron number as the $$\gamma $$ - emission takes place as a result of excitation or de-excitation of nuclei. $$\gamma $$-rays have no charge or mass.

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only the proton number changes

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both the neutron number and the proton number change

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there is no change in the proton number and the neutron number

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only the neutron number changes

Atoms & Nuclei

In gamma ray emission from a nucleus

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