Match the resulting effects and characteristics of ionizing radiation with the a

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Match the resulting effects and characteristics of ionizing radiation with the appropriate radiation source: Note: If any part of this question is answered incorrectly, a single red X will appear, indicating that one or more phrases are sorted incorrectly.

Alpha Particles Beta particles Gamma Photons(rays)

sort these under each catergory:

slightly penetrates the skin

cause a shallow sunburn like burn if the skin is exposed for an extended period

unable to readily penetrate the skin

only internal exposure can lead to considerable damage to nearby cells

penetrate deeplly into bone organ and tissues

most dangerous form of ionizing radiation, causes widespread damage

these particles are the largest in size and slowest moving particles

Explanation / Answer

Alpha Particles

Radiation Source: Alpha decay of very havy nuclei such as 241Am

Beta Rays

Radiation source: Beta decay from nuclei which contain an excess of the respective nucleon

Gamma Rays

Radiation Source: excited nuclei in their transition to lower nuclear energy levels

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