A-LevelPhysicsNuclear physics9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2012 · Q401 Mark

A different nucleus can be formed by bombarding a stable nucleus with an energetic α-particle. ²³₁₁Na is bombarded with an energetic α-particle. What could be the products of this nuclear reaction?

A²⁵₁₀Ne + neutron

B²⁵₁₁Na + proton

C²⁶₁₂Mg + β

D²⁷₁₃Al + γ

✓ Correct answer

D: ²⁷₁₃Al + γ

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Topic: Nuclear physics, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2012 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 40.

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