Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2021

Which of the following forms of hydrogen emits low energy $\beta$- particles?

  1. A Tritium $_1^3$H Correct answer
  2. B Proton H<sup>+</sup>
  3. C Protium $_1^1$H
  4. D Deuterium $_1^2$H

Solution

Tritium isotope of hydrogen is radioactive and emits low energy $\beta ^-$ particles. It is because of high n/p ratio of tritium which makes nucleus unstable.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Atomic Structure · Topic: Bohr's Model

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