Which of the following types of nuclear decay result in a decrease in nuclear charge?
I.gamma emission
II.beta emission
III.positron emission
IV.electron-capture

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Positron and electron capture decay both result in a decrease in nuclear charge because they involve the loss of protons from the nucleus. Gamma emission and beta emission involve the release of energy from the nucleus and do not result in a change in the number of protons.

Which of the Following Types of Nuclear Decay Result in a Decrease