Which of the following is a characteristic of gamma radiation?

Practice Questions

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Which of the following is a characteristic of gamma radiation?
  1. It has mass
  2. It is positively charged
  3. It has high penetrating power
  4. It can be deflected by magnetic fields

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following is a characteristic of gamma radiation?
  • Step 1: Understand that gamma radiation is a type of radiation.
  • Step 2: Recognize that it is part of the electromagnetic spectrum, like light and radio waves.
  • Step 3: Note that gamma radiation has very high energy compared to other types of radiation.
  • Step 4: Learn that gamma radiation can penetrate materials very deeply, more than alpha or beta radiation.
  • Step 5: Remember that gamma radiation has no mass, meaning it doesn't weigh anything.
  • Step 6: Understand that gamma radiation has no electric charge, so it doesn't attract or repel other particles.
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