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In the decay series `._(92)U^(238)` to `._(82)Pb^(206)`, how many `alpha`-paritcles and how many `beta^(ɵ)`-particles are emitted?

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To solve the problem of determining how many alpha particles and beta particles are emitted in the decay series from Uranium-238 to Lead-206, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Identify the Initial and Final Nuclei - The initial nucleus is Uranium-238 (U-238) with atomic number 92 and mass number 238. - The final nucleus is Lead-206 (Pb-206) with atomic number 82 and mass number 206. ### Step 2: Calculate the Change in Mass Number - The change in mass number can be calculated as follows: ...
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