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Unit Test — Unit test

Question 17 • MS-Physical Science

An isotope undergoes radioactive decay by emitting radiation that has no mass. What other characteristic does the radiation have?

Answer
A
some shielding required
B
positive or negative charge
C
low penetrating power
D
no charge

Explanation

Radiation with no mass is gamma radiation. Gamma rays also have no electric charge, so the correct choice is “no charge.” They are highly penetrating, so “low penetrating power” is not correct.

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