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3 types of radiation
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GPT 3.5
1. Alpha radiation: This type of radiation consists of alpha particles, which are made up of two protons and two neutrons. It is relatively large and heavy and carries a positive charge. Alpha particles have low penetrative power and can be easily stopped by a sheet of paper or a few centimeters of air.
2. Beta radiation: Beta radiation involves beta particles, which can be either electrons (beta minus) or positrons (beta plus). They are much smaller and lighter than alpha particles and carry either a negative or positive charge. Beta particles have higher penetrative power than alpha particles and can be stopped by a few millimeters of aluminum or a few meters of air.
3. Gamma radiation: Gamma radiation is electromagnetic radiation, similar to X-rays. It does not carry any charge or mass and is highly penetrating. Gamma radiation is the most dangerous and difficult to shield against, requiring several centimeters of lead, concrete, or several meters of dense material to block its effects.
2. Beta radiation: Beta radiation involves beta particles, which can be either electrons (beta minus) or positrons (beta plus). They are much smaller and lighter than alpha particles and carry either a negative or positive charge. Beta particles have higher penetrative power than alpha particles and can be stopped by a few millimeters of aluminum or a few meters of air.
3. Gamma radiation: Gamma radiation is electromagnetic radiation, similar to X-rays. It does not carry any charge or mass and is highly penetrating. Gamma radiation is the most dangerous and difficult to shield against, requiring several centimeters of lead, concrete, or several meters of dense material to block its effects.