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3.8 Nuclear physics

Quick questions on Alpha, beta and gamma radiation: properties and the inverse square law - AQA A-Level Physics

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State which material is used to stop beta radiation. [1 mark]
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The intensity of gamma radiation at 1.0 m1.0 \text{ m} is 36 units36 \text{ units}. Find the intensity at 3.0 m3.0 \text{ m}. [2 marks]
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State which radiation is most strongly ionising. [1 mark]

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