Which of the following particles/rays do not originate from the nucleus of an atom?...

PHYSICS
WAEC 1996

Which of the following particles/rays do not originate from the nucleus of an atom?

  • A. Alpha particles
  • B. Beta particles
  • C. Neutrons
  • D. X-rays

Correct Answer: D. X-rays

Explanation

All of the options above are emitted by the nucleus except X-rays that are emitted by electrons.



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