1
Which rays contain (positive) charged particles?
- -rays
- -rays
- -rays
- X-rays
Answer
(1) -rays
Solution
-rays are helium nuclei ( 24He), each carrying a charge of +2e.
⇒ -rays emitted in ordinary -decay are fast electrons (negative charge).
⇒ -rays and X-rays are electromagnetic radiations and carry no charge.
∴ -rays contain positively charged particles.
Answer: (1)
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