In a certain fusion reaction, a deuteron ((^{2}_{1}H)) interacts with a triton ((^{3}_{1}He)) and produces…

In a certain fusion reaction, a deuteron ((^{2}_{1}H)) interacts with a triton ((^{3}_{1}He)) and produces an a-particle ((^{4}_{2}He)) and a second product. The second product is
  • A.
    a proton
  • B.
    an electron
  • C.
    a neutron
  • D.
    a gamma ray
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation

(^{2}_{1}H) + (^{3}_{1}H) (to) (^{4}_{2}He) + (^{1}_{0}He)

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