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Select the correct statements among the following :
A. Slow neutrons can cause fission in ${ }_{92}^{235} \mathrm{U}$ than fast neutrons.
B. $\alpha$-rays are Helium nuclei.
C. $\beta$-rays are fast moving electrons or positrons.|
D. $\gamma$-rays are electromagnetic radiations of wavelengths larger than X-rays.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below
PhysicsNuclear PhysicsNEETNEET 2024 (Re-NEET)
Options:
  • A A, B and C only
  • B A, B and D only
  • C A and B only
  • D C and D only
Solution:
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The correct answer is: A, B and C only
(A) Slow neutron can cause fission in ${ }_{92}^{235} \mathrm{U}$ than fast neutrons because fast neutrons are too quick so they scatter of atoms instead of being captured by them
(B) $\alpha$-rays are Helium nuclei, is a true statement
(C) $\beta$-rays are generated when neutron is converted into proton by releasing electron or proton is converted into neutron by releasing positron.
(D) $\gamma$-rays have higher energies as compared to X -rays. So they have smaller wavelength as compared to X-rays.

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