alleryWhat happens in radioactive decay?
AA molecule splits apart
BAn atom gains an electron
CA stable nucleus gains mass
DAn unstable nucleus loses energy
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. An unstable nucleus loses energy
Radioactive decay releases energy from an unstable atomic nucleus.
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