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An alpha particle is accelerated through a potential difference of `10^(6) V`. Its kinetic energy will be

A

`MeV`

B

`2 MeV`

C

`4 MeV`

D

`8 MeV`

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The correct Answer is:
B
K.E=2x`ev`= 2x1.6 x10^-19x10^6/2.6x10^-19 = 2`MeV`
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