Types of Radiation
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Which type of radiation consists of a helium-4 nucleus?

  • X-ray radiation
  • Gamma radiation
  • Beta radiation
  • Alpha radiation (correct)
  • Which type of radiation typically has energies in the range of a few hundred keV to several MeV?

  • X-ray radiation
  • Gamma radiation
  • Alpha radiation
  • Beta radiation (correct)
  • What is the main reason why alpha particles are stopped by just a few inches of air or a piece of paper?

  • Fast movement speed
  • Their low mass (correct)
  • Being composed of electrons
  • Their high energy
  • Which type of radiation can penetrate through several feet of air or several millimeters of plastic?

    <p>Beta radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes beta particles from alpha particles in terms of penetration ability?

    <p>Lighter weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of radiation has high energy typically in the MeV range, but is stopped by just a few inches of air or a piece of paper?

    <p>Beta radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes alpha particles from beta particles in terms of their mass?

    <p>Alpha particles are heavier than beta particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the penetration ability of alpha particles compare to that of beta particles?

    <p>Beta particles penetrate further than alpha particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of radiation typically has energies in the range of a few hundred keV to several MeV?

    <p>Gamma radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are alpha particles stopped by just a few inches of air or a piece of paper?

    <p>Due to their small size and high energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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