An atomic nucleus $_{90}Th^{232}$ emits several $\alpha$ and $\beta$-radiations and finally reduces to $_{82}Pb^{208}$. It must have emitted:

  • A
    $4 \,\alpha$ and $2 \,\beta$
  • B
    $6 \,\alpha$ and $4 \,\beta$
  • C
    $8 \,\alpha$ and $24 \,\beta$
  • D
    $4 \,\alpha$ and $16 \,\beta$

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