MCQ
In beta decay, the typical $Q$ value is approximately:
  • A
    $2\ MeV$
  • $1\ MeV$
  • C
    $1\ eV$
  • D
    $10\ MeV$

Answer

Correct option: B.
$1\ MeV$

The $Q$ value for a reaction is the amount of energy released by that reaction.
In beta decay, a typical $Q$ is around $1\ MeV.$

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