The equation $_{Z}X^{A} \to _{Z+1}Y^{A} + _{-1}e^{0} + \bar{\nu}$ represents:

  • A
    $\beta^{-}$-emission
  • B
    $\alpha$-emission
  • C
    $e^{-}$-capture
  • D
    Fission

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