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What are the respective numbers of \(\alpha\) and \(\beta\) particles emitted respectively in the following radioactive decay? \[ {}^{200}_{90}X \rightarrow {}^{168}_{80}Y \]

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For \(\alpha\)-decay, mass number decreases by \(4\) and atomic number decreases by \(2\). For \(\beta^{-}\)-decay, mass number remains same and atomic number increases by \(1\).
Updated On: May 16, 2026
  • \(8\) and \(8\)
  • \(8\) and \(6\)
  • \(6\) and \(8\)
  • \(6\) and \(6\)
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The Correct Option is B

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