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Are gamma rays light?
Gamma rays, just like (visible) light rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation. Gamma rays have a much shorter wavelength (and thus more energy) than visible light, which is why they are much more dangerous to human beings (e.g. they may cause cancer).
What is more dangerous gamma or alpha rays?
alpha radiation is more dangerous than beta or gamma if ingested or inhaled because its power to ionize (or to disrupt atoms) is 20x than that of beta and gamma. but if the source is outside the body or at a distance gamma radiation is much dangerous because it could penetrate thick walls.
Gamma rays used for?
Usually for killing cancerous tumors, as in radiotherapy. Sometimes also for medical imaging, as in a gamma camera. Generally, Gamma rays are dangerous to living tissue.
What gives off more energy infrared waves or gamma rays?
Gamma Rays
How are gamma rays used in your everyday life?
While we are all exposed to them a little form rocks and from outer space, they are NOT used in everyday life. Gamma rays are dangerous.
Are gamma rays more dangerous than x rays?
Yes, of course.
What type of radiation is probably the most dangerous to humans?
Externally, gamma radiation is dangerous because it can penetrate the body. Alpha is most dangerous if ingested.
Are gamma rays light?
Gamma rays, just like (visible) light rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation. Gamma rays have a much shorter wavelength (and thus more energy) than visible light, which is why they are much more dangerous to human beings (e.g. they may cause cancer).
What is more dangerous gamma or alpha rays?
alpha radiation is more dangerous than beta or gamma if ingested or inhaled because its power to ionize (or to disrupt atoms) is 20x than that of beta and gamma. but if the source is outside the body or at a distance gamma radiation is much dangerous because it could penetrate thick walls.
What are the use gamma rays?
An improved , more accurate type of X-ray , but more dangerous , as it can cause skin cancer .
What is the most dangerous type of radiation to humans?
gamma rays
Gamma rays used for?
Usually for killing cancerous tumors, as in radiotherapy. Sometimes also for medical imaging, as in a gamma camera. Generally, Gamma rays are dangerous to living tissue.
Do gamma rays or x-rays have lower energy?
X-rays have lower energy, though they are both dangerous.
What gives off more energy infrared waves or gamma rays?
Gamma Rays
Can gamma rays make a human being much powerful like the incredible HULK?
No. Gamma rays are extremely dangerous to humans and can cause death.
Which is the most penetrating rays x-rays or gamma rays?
Gamma rays are the most penetration rays because of its shortest wave length...
How are gamma ray used for communication?
Gamma Rays can pass straight through human tissue and are therefore highly dangerous. The only time you are likely to use Gamma rays is in scientific research.
