α, β and γ-rays emitted by a radioactive substance are passed through a region containing a magnetic field at right angles to their path. The energy gained will be:

Correct answer: D. Zero for all of them

  • A. Maximum for α-rays
  • B. Maximum for β-rays
  • C. Maximum for γ-rays
  • D. Zero for all of them

Explanation

As the work is done by magnetic field so, according to work energy principle, the energy gained will be zero for all of them.

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