what do we mean when we say that a nucleus undergoes radioactive decay?

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What do we mean when we say that a nucleus undergoes radioactive decay?

The nucleus splits into two equal size pieces.

The mass of the nucleus is converted into high-energy X rays and gamma rays.

The nucleus emits radio waves.

The number of protons or neutrons (or both) in the nucleus changes.

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  1. The number of protons or neutrons (or both) in the nucleus changes.