Bismuth -210 (210/83 Bi) decays directly to polonium-210 (210/84 Po). Which of the following must be emitted during this radioactive decay?

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During the decay of Bismuth-210 to Polonium-210, a beta particle is emitted. This is because the atomic number increases by 1 (from 83 to 84), indicating the conversion of a neutron into a proton and the emission of a beta particle (electron).

Bismuth -210 (210/83 Bi) Decays Directly to Polonium-210 (210/84 Po)