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To Choose: The correct option.
Answer to Problem 6STP
Option D
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
Gamma rays are generated during gamma decay of a nucleus.During radioactive decay, gamma rays are emitted from the nuclei.In their case, mass and electrical charge, both are negligible and thus there is no change in the mass number or atomic number at the time of emission of gamma rays.
Gamma decay includes emission of
Conclusion:
Thus, option D is the correct option.
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