A target is shielded from a radioactive sample by a sheet of metal. What kind of radiation can pass through the sheet of metal a

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SashulF [63]

3 years ago

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A target is shielded from a radioactive sample by a sheet of metal. What kind of radiation can pass through the sheet of metal a

nd hit the target?
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Chemistry

2 answers:

Crank · Answer 1 · 2022-05-01T20:11:43+03:00

Crank3 years ago

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Hey! The rays your question asks about are gamma rays. Hope I helped!

irina1246 [14] · Answer 2 · 2022-05-01T21:24:05+03:00

Answer:

The correct answer is gamma rays.

Explanation:

A gamma radiation or gamma rays refers to a penetrating electromagnetic emission originating from the atomic nuclei's radioactive disintegration. It comprises photons in the elevated range of photon strength. Of the radiations, gamma radiation is the most penetrating. Even a small quantity can penetrate through paper or thin metal.