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5.2.2a Alpha, beta and gamma emission

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Question 60

Of the three types of ionising radiation, α\alphaα, β \beta\,β and γ\gammaγ, why does γ\gammaγ-radiation cause the least ionisation?

A

γ\gammaγ-radiation has the greatest mass.

B

γ\gammaγ-radiation has the largest electric charge.

C

γ\gammaγ-radiation has no mass and no charge.

D

γ\gammaγ-radiation travels at the slowest speed.

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134 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 5.2.2a Alpha, beta and gamma emission. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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