Power If Different Radiation Flashcards
1
Q
The reference for the power of radiation is its _
A
Ionizing power
2
Q
Ionizing power is the power to ionize other (2)
A
Molecules
Atoms
3
Q
Ionization is process of atom _
A
Gaining or losing an electron
4
Q
The highest ionizing power is
A
Alpha radiation
5
Q
Because of larger size, alpha particles have
A
Lowest penetrating power
6
Q
Highest penetration power
A
Gamma
7
Q
Gamma rays shielded by
A
10 cm lead
8
Q
Gamma smallest thus
A
Greatest penetration power
9
Q
Gamma smallest thus lowest _ power
A
Ionizing
10
Q
Alpha particles can even be stopped by
A
Molecules in air
