Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

Among the three forms of ionising radiation, $\alpha$, $\beta$ and $\gamma$, why does $\alpha$-emission produce the greatest ionisation?

  • A$\alpha$-particles have the smallest mass.
  • B$\alpha$-particles have the greatest mass.
  • C$\alpha$-particles move with the greatest speed.
  • D$\alpha$-particles travel the greatest distance in matter.

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