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ChemistryComplete Pblock-p-Block 13,14Medium2 minQB
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Isotope of Boron present in metal borides that are used in nuclear industry as protective shields is :-

Options:

Answer:
C
Solution:

The isotope of Boron used in nuclear shielding is Boron-10 (B). This isotope has a high neutron capture cross-section, meaning it effectively absorbs thermal neutrons without undergoing fission, thus protecting against radiation.

 

The correct answer is B.

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