Beta decay spectrum

Beta decay spectrum describes the range of energies emitted when a nucleus releases a beta particle (electron or positron). During this process, a neutron transforms into a proton or vice versa, emitting a beta particle and a neutrino or antineutrino. The energy shared between these particles varies continuously, resulting in a smooth spectrum rather than fixed energies. This distribution reflects the complex quantum nature of the decay, where multiple energy combinations are possible, with most emissions occurring at lower energies and fewer at higher energies. Understanding this spectrum provides insights into subatomic processes and fundamental particle interactions.