Beta Particles Flashcards by Kate Burns

Q

Symbol

A

0 Beta

-1

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Ionising ability

A

Weak

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Q

Speed

A

0.8c (c = speed of light)

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Q

Mass

A

1/1800 of a proton

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Q

Penetration

A

Aluminium

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