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Which type of radiation do explosions give off?

Correct answer: D. All of them

  • A. Neutron radiation
  • B. Alpha radiation
  • C. Gamma radiation
  • D. All of them

Explanation

The release of radiation is a phenomenon unique to nuclear explosions. There are several kinds of radiation emitted; these types include gamma, neutron, and ionizing radiation, and are emitted not only at the time of detonation (initial radiation) but also for long periods of time afterward (residual radiation).

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