Nuclear Chemistry - Result Question 6
6. The radiation from a naturally occurring radioactive substance, as seen after deflection by a magnet in one direction, is
$(1984,1 M)$
(a) possibly alpha rays
(b) possibly beta rays
(c) both alpha and beta rays
(d) either alpha rays or beta rays
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 6. (c)
Solution:
- Both $\alpha$-rays and $\beta$-rays are deflected by magnetic field.