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CUET · PHYSICS · PYQ PAPER 2023

Which of the following is not the property of \( \beta \) ray?

  1. A The ionising power is less than that of alpha particles.
  2. B The penetrating power is greater than that of alpha particles.
  3. C It is made of positively charged particles.
  4. D It is deflected by an electric as well as by a magnetic field.
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(C) It is made of positively charged particles.

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\(\beta\) rays are composed of high-speed electrons (negative charge) or positrons (positive charge), but they are primarily identified as negatively charged particles. Statement C is incorrect because alpha particles, not standard beta rays, are defined as being made of…