Snapquiz - Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Radiation

This is the Snapquiz on Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Radiation. Click here or use the embedded video if you haven't watched the lesson yet.

Question 1. Which type of radiation is the easiest to stop?

Alpha.
It depends on the type of nucleus emitting the radiation.
Gamma.
Beta.

Question 2. What is beta radiation?

Helium nuclei.
High frequency electromagnetic radiation.
Neutrons.
Fast-moving electrons.

Question 3. What type of charge does a beta particle have?

Positive.
It can vary.
Neutral.
Negative.

Question 4. What is gamma radiation?

Fast-moving electrons.
High frequency electromagnetic radiation.
Neutrons.
Helium nuclei.

Question 5. Which type of radiation is least strongly ionising?

Gamma.
It depends on the type of nucleus emitting the radiation.
Beta.
Alpha.

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