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N + He → O + X In the equation above, the particles X is

N + He → O + X
14 4 17
7 2 8




In the equation above, the particles X is
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  • A A proton
  • B A neutron
  • C An α - particle
  • D A β - particle
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
for the conversion of mass 14 + 4 = 17 + x
∴ X = 18 - 17 = 1
for conservation pf charge:7 + 2 = 8 + y
y = 9 - 8 = 1
Thus, the element is 11X which is equal to hydrogen nucleus ( proton)

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