Chapter 4, Problem 19STP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether Statement I and Statement II are true or false and whether statement-II is the correct explanation for statement-I needs to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Neutrons are the subatomic particles that have zero charge. It is present in nucleus along with proton, of the atom.

Answer to Problem 19STP

Statement-I is false, statement-II is true. Statement II is not the correct explanation for statement-I.

Explanation of Solution

Reason for true statements: Statement-II. Neutrons have no charge. Neutrons are subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom. They are neutral in nature that means they are neither positively charged nor negatively charged.

Conclusion

Reason for false statements: Statement-1 is false. A beam of neutrons is attracted to the charged plates surrounding it. Neutron is zero charged, so it is not attracted to any charged plate around it.

Thus, Statement-I is false, statement-II is true. Also, statement II is not correct explanation for statement-I.