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The electron emitted in β – radiation originates from

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

detailed solution

Correct option is C

In β-emission, a neutron of nucleus decays into a proton and a β-particle.The reaction given as:0n1 ➔ 1H2 + -1e0.

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