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A neutron is converted into a proton with the emission of an electron and:

A. Positron
B. Photon
C. Antineutrino
D. Alpha Particle
Correct Answer: C. Antineutrino

The correct answer is Antineutrino. In beta decay, a neutron within an atomic nucleus is converted into a proton, an electron, and an electron antineutrino. This process ensures the conservation of energy and momentum. The reaction is: n โ†’ pโบ + eโป + แฟกโ‚‘ (antineutrino). Among the options:

  • Positron: The antiparticle of the electron, emitted in betaโ€‘plus decay (proton โ†’ neutron).
  • Photon: A particle of light, not emitted in beta decay.
  • Antineutrino: Correct; it is emitted along with the electron.
  • Alpha Particle: A helium nucleus, emitted in alpha decay.

Hence, the correct answer is "Antineutrino".

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