Which of the following rays are not deflected by a magnetic field?
A
α−rays
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B
β−rays
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C
γ−rays
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D
All of the above
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Solution
The correct option is Aγ−rays γ-ray is actually a electromagnetic radiation of high frequency. It contain high energy photons which does not have a charge. So, it cannot be deflected by a magnetic field.