Let's evaluate each statement:
A. Slow neutrons are more effective in causing nuclear fission in $^{235}_{92}$U than fast neutrons because they have a higher probability of interaction with the uranium nucleus. This statement is correct.
B. α-rays consist of two protons and two neutrons; they are identical to Helium nuclei. This statement is correct.
C. β-rays are high-speed electrons − or positrons+ emitted during radioactive decay. This statement is correct.
D. γ-rays are electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than X-rays. This statement is incorrect.
Therefore, statements A, B, and C are correct.
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): The density of the copper ($^{64}Cu$) nucleus is greater than that of the carbon ($^{12}C$) nucleus.
Reason (R): The nucleus of mass number A has a radius proportional to $A^{1/3}$.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Match the LIST-I with LIST-II
\[ \begin{array}{|l|l|} \hline \text{LIST-I} & \text{LIST-II} \\ \hline A. \ ^{236}_{92} U \rightarrow ^{94}_{38} Sr + ^{140}_{54} Xe + 2n & \text{I. Chemical Reaction} \\ \hline B. \ 2H_2 + O_2 \rightarrow 2H_2O & \text{II. Fusion with +ve Q value} \\ \hline C. \ ^3_1 H + ^2_1 H \rightarrow ^4_2 He + n & \text{III. Fission} \\ \hline D. \ ^1_1 H + ^3_1 H \rightarrow ^4_2 H + \gamma & \text{IV. Fusion with -ve Q value} \\ \hline \end{array} \]
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Match the following types of nuclei with examples shown:
List I | List II | ||
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A | Mesozoic Era | I | Lower invertebrates |
B | Proterozoic Era | II | Fish & Amphibia |
C | Cenozoic Era | III | Birds & Reptiles |
D | Paleozoic Era | IV | Mammals |