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प्रश्न
State three common properties of beta rays and cathode rays.
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उत्तर
(i) Beta rays and cathode rays both are composed of electrons.
(ii) Beta rays and cathode rays both are deflected by the electric and magnetic fields in the same direction.
(iii) Beta rays and cathode rays both ionise the gas through which they pass.
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