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The disintegration series (Thorium series) begins with Thorium-232 (). Which of the following stableNuclear Chemistry and Radioactivity Chemistry Question

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The $4n$ disintegration series (Thorium series) begins with Thorium-232 (${}_{90}^{232}Th$). Which of the following stable isotopes represents the final end product of this specific series?

Answer: C

💡 Solution & Explanation

The mass numbers of all members in the $4n$ series are divisible by 4. $208/4 = 52$ exactly. Lead-208 is the final stable product of the Thorium series.

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