Snapquiz - Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Radiation

Question 1. Which type of radiation is the hardest to stop?

Alpha.
Gamma.
It depends on the type of nucleus emitting the radiation.
Beta.

Question 2. Which type of radiation is most strongly ionising?

Gamma.
It depends on the type of nucleus emitting the radiation.
Alpha.
Beta.

Question 3. What is gamma radiation?

Neutrons.
Fast-moving electrons.
High frequency electromagnetic radiation.
Helium nuclei.

Question 4. What type of charge does a beta particle have?

It can vary.
Positive.
Neutral.
Negative.

Question 5. Which type of radiation is least strongly ionising?

Alpha.
It depends on the type of nucleus emitting the radiation.
Gamma.
Beta.

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