Question

Is it possible for a hydrogen \[\ce{^1_1H}\] nucleus to emit an alpha particle ? Give a reason for your answer.

Can a hydrogen \[\ce{^1_1H}\] nucleus emit an alpha particle ? Give a reason for your answer.

Answer 1

No, hydrogen \[\ce{^1_1H}\] nucleus cannot emit an alpha particle because an alpha particle consists of two protons and two neutrons whereas hydrogen \[\ce{^1_1H}\] nucleus does not have two protons and two neutrons.