In the given nuclear reaction, how many $\beta$ and $\alpha$ particles are emitted $_{92}{X^{235}} \to {\;_{82}}{Y^{207}}$

  • A

    $3 \alpha$ particles and $2 \beta$ particle

  • B

    $4 \alpha$ particles and $3 \beta$ particle

  • C

    $6 \alpha$ particles and $4 \beta$ particle

  • D

    $7 \alpha$ particles and $4 \beta$ particle

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