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General Knowledge · Q1319

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 1319

Q1319

Radiocarbon is produced in the atmosphere as a result of

A.
Collision between fast neutrons and nitrogen nuclei present in the atmosphere
Answer
B.
Action of ultraviolet light from the sun on atmospheric oxygen
C.
Action of solar radiations particularly cosmic rays on carbon dioxide present in the atmosphere
D.
Lightning discharge in atmosphere

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Radiocarbon is produced in the atmosphere as a result of collision between fast neutrons and nitrogen nuclei present in the atmosphere.