Asked by Danielle Stratton on Sep 22, 2024
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Which type of radiation is the most highly penetrating?
A) alpha
B) gamma
C) beta
D) ultraviolet
Penetrating Radiation
Radiation that can penetrate through substances and materials, potentially causing ionization of atoms.
Gamma
A type of high-energy electromagnetic radiation, often associated with nuclear reactions and certain types of radioactive decay.
- Understand the basic principles of natural radioactivity and its consequences.
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Robert Vasquez6 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Gamma radiation has the smallest wavelength and highest frequency among all types of radiation, making it the most highly penetrating. It can travel through thick layers of materials such as concrete and lead. Alpha and beta radiation have larger wavelengths and lower frequencies, making them less penetrating. Ultraviolet radiation has even larger wavelengths and lower frequencies than alpha and beta radiation, and as such is also less penetrating.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basic principles of natural radioactivity and its consequences.