Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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Chapter 21 - Coulomb's Law - Problems - Page 627: 36a

Answer

positron

Work Step by Step

The total charge on a proton is $+e$, and the total charge on a neutron is $0$. A positron must be produced in order to maintain the net charge of $+e$.
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