Emission of which of the following does not produce a change in the identity of the element?

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Gamma emission is a type of electromagnetic radiation and does not involve the release of particles. Therefore, it does not change the number of protons or neutrons in the nucleus, and the identity of the element remains the same. The other types of emissions mentioned (alpha, beta, and positron) involve the release of particles and result in a change in the identity of the element.

Emission of Which of the Following Does Not Produce a Change