Radioactive decay is the process by which
A) radioisotopes become more stable.
B) radioisotopes emit radiation.
C) radioisotopes emit high-energy particles and/or electromagnetic radiation.
D) an element of one type can change to an element of another type.
E) All of the above are correct about radioactive decay.

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Radioactive decay involves radioisotopes becoming more stable (A), emitting radiation which includes high-energy particles and/or electromagnetic radiation (B and C), and can result in the transformation of one element into another (D), making all of the statements correct about the process.

Radioactive Decay Is the Process by Which