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the most difficult radiation to block out is a. alpha particles b. gamm…

Question

the most difficult radiation to block out is
a. alpha particles
b. gamma rays
c. beta particles
d. neutron
the spontaneous emission of radiation by a nucleus is know

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Gamma rays are highly - energetic electromagnetic radiation. They have the highest penetrating power among common types of radiation. Alpha particles can be stopped by a sheet of paper, beta particles by a few millimeters of aluminum, but gamma rays require thick layers of dense materials like lead or concrete to block.

Answer:

b. gamma rays