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Electron capture by a proton is not allowed in nature. Explain why. Specifically, describe why the following nuclear reaction does not occur (and for good reason!):Show more…
$$
\mathrm{e}^{-+} \mathrm{p} \rightarrow \mathrm{n}+\mathrm{ve}^{\mathrm{e}^{-}+\mathrm{p} \dashv \mathrm{n}+v_{\mathrm{e}}}
$$
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