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प्रश्न
Explain why alpha and beta particles are deflected in an electric or a magnetic field, but gamma rays are not deflected in such a field.
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उत्तर
α and β are positive and negative charged particles respectively, therefore these are deflected in electric or magnetic field whereas γ radiations are not charged particles so does not deflect.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
A radioactive source emits three types of radiations.
Name the three radiations.
In following Figure shows a radioactive source S in a thick lead walled container having a narrow opening. The radiations pass through an electric field between the plates A and B.

- Complete the diagram to show the paths of α, β and γ radiations.
- Why is the source S kept in a thick lead walled container with a narrow opening?
- Name the radiation which is unaffected by the electrostatic field.
- Which radiation is defleced the most. Given reason.
- Which among the three radiations causes the least biological damage?
Is it possible to deflect γ - radiations in a way similar to α and β -particles, using the electric or magnetic field? Give reasons.
State following four properties each of α, β and γ radiations:
- Nature,
- Charge,
- Mass and
- Effect of electric field.
Arrange the α, β, and γ raditions in ascending order of their ionising powers.
State the speed of each of α, β and γ radiations.
Compare the penetrating powers of α, β and γ-radiations.
Compare the ionising powers of α, β and γ radiations.
Which nuclear radiation will travel undeviated in an electric field?
Which of the following radiations suffer maximum deflection in a magnetic field?
