ALPHA - BETA - GAMMA Flashcards by Abosede Ochieng

Q

nature of alpha

A

2 protons, 2 neutrons

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nature of gamma

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an electromagnetic wave

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nature of beta

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an electron from the nucleus

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charge of alpha

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2+

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charge of beta

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-1

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charge of gamma

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0

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Q

range of alpha in air

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10cm

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range of gamma in air

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infinite

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range of beta in air

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30cm

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Q

penetrating power of alpha

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LOW

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penetrating power of beta

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MEDIUM

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penetrating power of gamma

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HIGH

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Q

ionising power of alpha

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HIGH

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ionising power of beta

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MEDIUM

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ionising power of gamma

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LOW

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Q

which type of radiation is not deflected by electric and magnetic fields?

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gamma