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Question:

At a specific instant, emission of a radioactive compound is deflected in a magnetic field. The compound cannot emit protons, neutrons, or electrons.

electrons

neutrons

protons

None of these

Solution:

Electrons, protons, and He2+, all are charged species. Hence they all deflect in magnetic fields when emitted from a radioactive material. Hence, the correct answer is option D. Neutrons are neutral and would not be deflected by a magnetic field.