An isotope undergoes radioactive decay by emitting radiation that has a –1 charge. What other characteristic does the radiation

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Paul [167]

3 years ago

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An isotope undergoes radioactive decay by emitting radiation that has a –1 charge. What other characteristic does the radiation

have?
some shielding required
no mass
large mass
high penetrating power

Chemistry

2 answers:

MrRissso [65] · Answer 1 · 2022-05-27T05:56:01+03:00

The radiation emitted is a beta particle with a -1 charge. <span>Beta particles have a </span><span>medium penetrating power. An emission of beta particles requires shielding because of the hazards it pose to humans. Thus, one characteristic of this radiation is that some shielding is required.</span>

Svetradugi [14.3K] · Answer 2 · 2022-05-27T07:38:56+03:00

Svetradugi [14.3K]3 years ago

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Answer: The correct answer is A.

Explanation: