Q. In the reaction identify $X$ $\ _{7}N^{14} + \alpha \rightarrow \ _{8}X^{17} + \ _{1}p^{1}$
A) An oxygen nucleus with mass 17
B) An oxygen nucleus with mass 16
C) A nitrogen nucleus with mass 17
D) A nitrogen nucleus with mass 16
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: An oxygen nucleus with mass 17.
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.