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At a result of radioactive decay a `._(92)^(238)U` nucleus is changed to a `._(91)^(234)P` nucleus. Which particles are emitted in the decay?

A

One proton and two neutrons

B

One `alpha-`particle and one `beta-`particle

C

Two `beta-` particles and one neutron

D

Two `beta-`partilces and one proton

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