The alpha particles are capable of alternating the mass and atomic numbers in the atoms which is responsible for transmutation. This occurs in nuclear reacting.
- Transmutation occurs in any process where the no. of protons or neutrons in the atom are changed.
- Transmutation occurs when conversion of one element occurs into others.
- There are three kinds of radiations gamma, beta, and alpha.
- Both beta and alpha are capable of transmutation as they are capable of changes in the atomic and mass numbers.
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