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The Kinetic Energy after an alpha decay is mainly carried by the alpha particle.
The Kinetic Energy after an alpha decay is mainly carried by the alpha particle.
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The correct option is A True
Hey, remember conservation of momentum? Also, if we compare the masses of the alpha particle and the daughter nuclei, which is lighter? Yes, the alpha particle is much much lighter. So, the kinetic energy mostly goes to the alpha particles.
Hey, remember conservation of momentum? Also, if we compare the masses of the alpha particle and the daughter nuclei, which is lighter? Yes, the alpha particle is much much lighter. So, the kinetic energy mostly goes to the alpha particles.
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