$A$ stationary nucleus of mass number $220$ emits an $\alpha$-particle. If the energy released in the process is $5.5 \, MeV$,find the kinetic energy of the $\alpha$-particle in $MeV$.

  • A
    $4.4$
  • B
    $5.4$
  • C
    $5.6$
  • D
    $6.5$

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