Radiocarbon is produced in the atmosphere as a result of

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A . Collision between fast neutrons and nitrogen nuclei present in the atmosphere

B . Action of ultraviolet light from the sun on atmospheric oxygen

C . Action of solar radiations particularly cosmic rays on carbon dioxide present in the atmosphere

D . Lightning discharge in atmosphere

Answer: Option A

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