$A$ stationary nucleus (mass number = $A$) emits an $\alpha$-particle with velocity $v$. Find the velocity of the daughter nucleus.

  • A
    $2v/(A + 4)$
  • B
    $4v/(A + 4)$
  • C
    $4v/(A - 4)$
  • D
    $2v/(A - 4)$

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$B.$ According to Bohr's postulate, an electron in a hydrogen atom revolves in a certain stationary orbit.
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$D.$ A free neutron is stable, but a free proton decay is possible.
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