An α particle is emitted from a heavy radioactive nucleus. If the moment of the α particle and the daughter nucleus are Pα and PD, then which among the following is the correct relation between them?
A
Pα=−PD
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B
Pα>PD
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C
Pα<PD
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D
Pα=PD
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Solution
The correct option is APα=−PD
From conservation of linear momentum
Pα=−PD
They will be equal in magnitude but opposite in direction. So there is negative sign.