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JAMB Physics 1984 Question 44

Question 44

Radioactivity and Nuclear Physics

Which of the following I. β-particles II. protons III. neutrons IV. α-particles. may be found in light nuclei?

  1. A.I and II
  2. B.I and III
  3. C.II and IV
  4. D.II and III
  5. E.I, II and III.
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Answer: D (II and III)

Explanation

Nuclei are made of protons and neutrons. Beta particles are created at the moment of decay, not stored in the nucleus.