Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

Which row provides the description of $\alpha$-particles and of $\gamma$-rays?

  • A$\alpha$-particles: helium nuclei; $\gamma$-rays: electromagnetic radiation
  • B$\alpha$-particles: helium nuclei; $\gamma$-rays: electrons
  • C$\alpha$-particles: protons; $\gamma$-rays: electromagnetic radiation
  • D$\alpha$-particles: protons; $\gamma$-rays: electrons

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