Properties Of Radiation Flashcards
1
Q
How strong is the penetrating power of alpha radiation
A
Alpha radiation is unable to penetrate through skin
2
Q
How strong is the penetrative power of beta radiation
A
Beta radiation is unable to pass through aluminium foil
3
Q
How strong is the penetrative power of gamma radiation
A
Gamma radiation is unable to pass through lead
4
Q
How far can alpha radiation travel kn air
A
5cm
5
Q
How far can beta radiation travel in air
A
1 metre
6
Q
How far can gamma radiation travel in air
A
1 kilometre
7
Q
How ionising is alpha radiation
A
Strongly ionising (very harmful to humans)
8
Q
How ionising is beta radiation
A
Low ionising ( harmful to humans)
