Define radioactive decay [2 mark]
Asked by chumki.banerjee001 | 3rd Mar, 2019, 07:45: PM
Expert Answer:
The property of an element to emit rays which could produce detectable effect on photographic plates and possess high penetrating power is called radiactive decay of a radioactive element.This happens when the element becomes unstable.
Answered by Shiwani Sawant | 3rd Mar, 2019, 08:04: PM
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