Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

$\alpha$-particles, $\beta$-particles and $\gamma$-rays are given off by radioactive nuclei during decay. Which of these emissions can be deflected by an electric field?

  • A$\alpha$-particles, $\beta$-particles and $\gamma$-rays
  • B$\alpha$-particles and $\beta$-particles only
  • C$\beta$-particles and $\gamma$-rays only
  • D$\gamma$-rays and $\alpha$-particles only

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