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.(92)U^(238) absorbs a neutron. The prod...

`._(92)U^(238)` absorbs a neutron. The product emits an electron. This product further emits an electron. The result is

A

`._(94)Pu^(239)`

B

`._(90)Pu^(239)`

C

`._(93)Pu^(237)`

D

.`_(94)Pu^(237)`

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The correct Answer is:
a

`._(92)U^(238) +._0n^1 rarr ._(92)U^(239)`
`rarr. _(-1)e^(0) +._9Np^(239) rarr. _(-1)e^(0) + ._(94) Pu^(239)`.
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