What does the term decay in chemistry refer to with regards to atoms?

What does the term decay in chemistry refer to with regards to atoms?

  • Correct Answer: separation of nuclei
  • pressures in nuclei
  • destruction of nuclei
  • changes in nuclei

Explanation: You probably associate the term decay with images like the one above. But when it comes to atoms, decay has a different meaning. Decay in chemistry refers to changes in the nuclei of certain atoms.

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