Problem 9Q
How do the ionizing power and penetrating power of alpha particles compare to other types of radiation?
Solution 9Q:
The difference between an alpha particle to beta and gamma particle with respect to ionizing power and penetrating power are given below.
Alpha particle |
Beta particle |
Gamma particles |
Alpha radiation has the highest ionizing power among all the radiations. |
Beta particles are much less massive than alpha particles and consequently have a lower ionizing power.
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Gamma particles have the lowest ionizing power among all radiation. |
Alpha particles have the lowest penetrating power among all radiation due to its large size. |
Beta particles have higher penetrating power than alpha radiation due to its comparatively small size. |
Gamma particles have the highest penetrating power among all radiation. |