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Physics Atomic and Nuclear Physics Nucleus, Nuclear Reaction MCQ (Single Correct)

When nuclei are bombarded by protons, and the resultant nuclei are , the emitted particles will be

A
neutrons
B
alpha particles
C
beta particles
D
gamma photons

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The correct answer is:
D

The nuclear reaction can be represented as

Applying conservation of atomic number (charge)

Applying conservation of atomic mass

Thus, the emitted particles are -photons .

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