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2(i)
Complete the following by choosing the correct answers from the bracket:
............... radiation deviates minimum in a magnetic field [Alpha / Beta].
Topic: Deflection of nuclear radiations
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Answer
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Alpha
Explanation
Alpha particles have a much larger mass than beta particles and are therefore deflected least.
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