Select the correct statements among the following:
A. slow neutrons can cause fission in \(\mathrm U_{92}^{235}\) than fast neutrons.
B. \(\text{α-rays}\) are helium nuclei.
C. \(\text{β-rays}\) are fast-moving electrons or positrons.
D. \(\gamma\text-\text{rays}\) are electromagnetic radiations of wavelengths larger than \(X\text-\)rays.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
1. A, B, and C only 2. A, B, and D only
3. A and B only 4. C and D only
Subtopic:  Nuclear Energy |
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When a uranium isotope \(_{92}^{235}\mathrm{U}\) is bombarded with a neutron, it generates \(_{36}^{89}\mathrm{Kr}\), three neutrons and:
1. \(_{40}^{91}\mathrm{Zr}\) 2. \(_{36}^{101}\mathrm{Kr}\)
3. \(_{36}^{103}\mathrm{Kr}\) 4. \(_{56}^{144}\mathrm{Ba}\)
Subtopic:  Nuclear Energy |
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NEET - 2020
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