Among the three types of radioactive radiation, which has the strongest penetration power?
Correct answer: B. Gamma
- A. Alpha
- B. Gamma
- C. Beta
- D. All have same penetration power
Explanation
Gamma rays have the strongest penetrating power, beta radiation has the 2nd strongest and alpha is the least penetrating.
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