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The electron emitted in beta radiation originates from

a
Inner orbits of atoms
b
Free electrons existing in nuclei
c
Decay of a neutron in a nucleus
d
Photon escaping from the nucleus

detailed solution

Correct option is C

During β-decay, a neutron is transformed into a proton and an electron.

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