The nucleus $_{90}Th^{228}$ transforms into $_{83}Bi^{212}$. How many $\alpha$-particles and $\beta$-particles are emitted during this process?

  • A
    $4\,\alpha, 1\,\beta$
  • B
    $4\,\alpha, 7\,\beta$
  • C
    $4\,\alpha, 4\,\beta$
  • D
    $8\,\alpha, 7\,\beta$

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