Question

In the reaction \( {}_7N^{14} + \alpha \longrightarrow {}_8X^{17} + {}_1p^1 \), identify \( X \).

• A. $O_{2}$
• B. $N_{2}$
• C. He
• D. Ar

Hint:

In the reaction ${7N + α \longrightarrow 8X + 1p$ identify X.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept
In a nuclear reaction, the sum of atomic numbers (Z) and mass numbers (A) must be conserved on both sides.
Step 2: Evaluation
Atomic number: $7 (\text{Nitrogen}) + 2 (\text{Alpha}) = 8 (X) + 1 (\text{Proton})$. Thus, the atomic number of X is 8.
Step 3: Answer Analysis
The element with atomic number 8 is Oxygen.
Hence, the Answer is: (a)