A plastic syringe is damaged by high temperatures. It must remain sterile until a sealed packet is opened. Which method is most suitable?
Seal the syringe in its packet, then expose it to gamma radiation.
Seal the syringe in its packet, then expose it to alpha radiation.
Expose the syringe to alpha radiation, then store it without packaging.
Expose the syringe to gamma radiation, then store it without packaging.