Use the equation to complete the activity. 2198621986 Rn→ 2158421584 Po+ Alpha The nuclear equation shows the transmutation of a form of radon into polonium and an alpha particle. In one to two sentences, explain whether or not the reaction is balanced. (1 point) Responses

Question

Use the equation to complete the activity. 2198621986 Rn→ 2158421584 Po+ Alpha The nuclear equation shows the transmutation of a form of radon into polonium and an alpha particle. In one to two sentences, explain whether or not the reaction is balanced. (1 point) Responses

A.An alpha particle has 2 protons and 4 neutrons
B.An alpha particle has 2 protons and neutrons
C.An alpha particle has 3 protons and 3 neutron
D.An alpha particle has 4 protons and 4 neutrons

Answer 1

A. An alpha particle has 2 protons and 4 neutrons. The reaction is balanced because the total number of protons and neutrons on the reactant side is equal to the total number on the product side.