Which of the following statements about radioactivity is false?
A)A radioactive element decays at a constant rate.
B)Energy is consumed during radioactive decay.
C)The decay product of a radioactive element is called the daughter product.
D)Radioactivity is the spontaneous disintegration of the nucleus of an atom.

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Energy is not consumed during radioactive decay; instead, energy is released. This release of energy is a fundamental aspect of radioactive decay processes, as unstable nuclei release energy to become more stable.

Which of the Following Statements About Radioactivity Is False