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The number of α and β particles emitted in the conversion of 90Th232 to 82Pb208 are
ChemistryChemical KineticsNEET
Options:
  • A 6, 4
  • B 4, 6
  • C 8, 6
  • D 6, 8
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 6, 4
The reaction is:

90 Th 232   → 82 Pb 208 +6    2 He 4 +4    −1 e 0

The number of α and β particles emitted in the conversion of 90Th232 to 82Pb208 are 6 and 4 respectively.

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