In alpha decay, the difference in the atomic

number (Z) between the parent nucleus and the
daughter nucleus is
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4


b

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At what angle must a fish underwater look in order to see a fisherman at the shore? (Note: n for water is 1.33.)

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The horizontal surface on which the objects slide is frictionless. If M = 2.0 kg, the tension in string 1 is 12 N. Determine F



a.
25 N

b.
20 N

c.
30 N

d.
35 N

e.
40 N

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