In a balanced nuclear reaction, which of the following is consistent with the release of a gamma particle?
A) The identity of the atom does not change.
B) All radioactive decay releases gamma radiation.
C) The mass number decreases by 4.
D) The atomic number increases by 1.
E) The atomic number decreases by 1.

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Gamma radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation that does not alter the atomic number or mass number of an atom. It typically occurs after other types of decay, as the nucleus moves from an excited state to a lower energy state, without changing the identity of the atom.

In a Balanced Nuclear Reaction, Which of the Following Is