Which radioactive emission has the least penetrating power?
AalphaCORRECT
Bbeta
Cgamma
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Why the answer is A, and why the others tempt you.
Alpha (helium nuclei) — stopped by paper. Beta — by metal foil. Gamma — needs thick lead/concrete.
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