The neutron-rich nucleus lies above the line of stability in the chart of nuclides

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The neutron-rich nucleus 1229Mg_{12}^{29}Mg lies above the line of stability in the chart of nuclides. Which decay mode is it most likely to undergo first to move toward stability? (a) β+\beta^{+}\,emission (b) α\alpha\,emission (c) β−\beta^{-}\,emission (d) electron capture

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