Identify the missing reactant or product in the following nuclear equation using the response list.

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The nuclear equation format is: 
(initial nucleus) + (incoming particle) → (resulting nucleus) + (outgoing particle)
In the given equation, the initial nucleus is missing from the left side of the equation. The other three options (B, C, and D) refer to particles that can be emitted by a nucleus, but not necessarily used as reactants. Alpha particles are commonly used as reactants (incoming particles) in nuclear reactions, so A is the best choice for the missing reactant.

Identify the Missing Reactant or Product in the Following Nuclear