A radioactive element X with atomic number 88 and mass number 226 emits in succession:1) alpha particle

2) a beta particle

3) gamma radiation

Explain using equations where necessary te changes that take place in the atomic structure of the element at each stage

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1) alpha particle, the element Radium undergoes alpha decay, releasing an alpha particle.

A radioactive element X with atomic number 88 and mass number 226 emits in succession:1) alpha particle2) a beta particle3) gamma radiationExplain using equations where necessary te changes that take place in the atomic structure of the element at each stage