Which of the following radiations suffers maximum deflection in a magnetic field?

α

-particles

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β

-particles

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X-rays

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γ

-rays

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Solution

The correct option is B $β$ -particles
Radiations that suffers maximum deflection in a magnetic field is $β$ -particles.
Beta particles are deflected by a magnetic field in an opposite direction to alpha particles confirming they must hold a charge opposite to alpha particles. Beta particles are fast-moving electrons and are thus negatively charged. Maximum deflection in a magnetic field due to its mass.

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