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Chemistry
Introduction
Which of the ...
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Which of the following is for
γ
-ray emission from a nucleus?
A
Atomic energy levels
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B
Nuclear energy levels
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C
Strong nuclear force
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Electromagnetic force
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Solution
The correct option is
B
Nuclear energy levels
γ
-ray emission depends on the nuclear energy levels
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