Answer
$ _{94}^{239}Pu + _{2}^{4}He → _{95}^{240}Am + _{1}^{1}p + 2 \space _{0}^{1}n$
Work Step by Step
When Pu-239 reacts with an alpha particle, Am-240 is produced along with a proton and 2 neutrons.
Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)
by Moore, John W.; Stanitski, Conrad L.
Published by
Cengage Learning
ISBN 10:
1285199049
ISBN 13:
978-1-28519-904-7
Chapter 18 - Nuclear Chemistry - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 817c: 46
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