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CHM 102 Radioactivity Objective Question
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What is the nature of alpha (α) rays?
Options
A Fast electrons
B Electromagnetic radiation (wave)
C Helium nuclei (<sup>4</sup><sub>2</sub>He particles)
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D Protons
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 4, under the 'Properties' table, states that the 'Nature' of 'α - Rays' is 'Helium nuclei 42He (particles)'.

Hint

Check the 'Properties of radiation' table on page 4, specifically the 'Nature' row for 'α - Rays'.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Radioactivity
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1854 of 1999
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