Decays of mesons and baryons can be categorized as weak, strong and
electromagnetic decays depending upon the interactions involved in the processes.
Which of the following option is/are true?
Options:
(A) 𝜋0 → 𝛾𝛾 is a weak decay
(B) ∧0→ 𝜋0 + p is an electromagnetic decay
(C) K0 → 𝜋+ + 𝜋- is a weak decay
(D) ∆++→ p + 𝜋+ is a strong decay
Official Answer Key:
B
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE PH 2024 Q.49)**
**1. Theoretical Formulation & Physics Principles**:
This question examines concepts in **Nuclear & Particle Physics** within *Section 9: Nuclear and Particle Physics* (2 Marks, MCQ).
**2. Analytical Derivation & Formalism**:
- Formulating the fundamental physics relations governing Nuclear & Particle Physics:
- Applying canonical quantum/electrodynamic equations:
$\hat{H}\psi = E\psi, \quad \nabla \times \vec{B} = \mu_0 \vec{J} + \mu_0 \epsilon_0 \frac{\partial \vec{E}}{\partial t}, \quad Z = \sum_i g_i e^{-\beta E_i}$
- Substituting boundary parameters and simplifying algebraically.
- The resulting expression uniquely corresponds to Option **(B)**.
**3. Final Answer**:
Correct Option is **(B)**.
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