Question

Which one of the following statements about alpha and beta particles is
correct?

Options

• They carry equal amounts of charge.

• Each alpha particle has four times the mass of a beta particle.

• Only alpha particles can cause ionization

• They can both be deflected by magnetic fields when they are in
  motion.

• Alpha particles have a larger range in air than beta particles.

Answer 1

Answer is (iv) as both alpha and beta particles are deflected by magnetic