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Because the wavelength of gamma rays are generally smaller than an atom, and so can "squeeze" between them. This interaction also reveals an inherent danger with gamma radiation. Due to their extremely short wavelength, the gamma rays can damage individual atoms or molecules, leading to serious physical issues with living organisms.
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What kind of electromagnetic energy penetrates solids?
All electromagnetic waves technically have the ability to penetrate solids depending on the solid itself. However in a practical sense:- High energy electromagnetic particles can pass through solids such as X-rays (to some extent) and Gamma rays which can pass through several metres of lead reinforced concrete. Radio waves and microwaves can also pass through solids hence why we use these frequencies to communicate. Infra-red can permeate through house walls and such. Hence why infrared cameras are used by police. visible and ultraviolet will only pass through transparent substances or really thin solids. They are more likely to be absorbed or reflected than to pass through objects.
Will gamma rays passes through egg?
Yes, gamma rays will pass through an egg.
Do gamma rays pass through water?
Yes, they do.
How do gamma rays pass through the body?
gamma rays pass through the body by being absorbed by the skin and entering your body causing internal and external damage.
How do solids pass through liquids?
By displacing the liquid.
What kind of electromagnetic energy penetrates solids?
All electromagnetic waves technically have the ability to penetrate solids depending on the solid itself. However in a practical sense:- High energy electromagnetic particles can pass through solids such as X-rays (to some extent) and Gamma rays which can pass through several metres of lead reinforced concrete. Radio waves and microwaves can also pass through solids hence why we use these frequencies to communicate. Infra-red can permeate through house walls and such. Hence why infrared cameras are used by police. visible and ultraviolet will only pass through transparent substances or really thin solids. They are more likely to be absorbed or reflected than to pass through objects.
Will gamma rays passes through egg?
Yes, gamma rays will pass through an egg.
Do secondary waves travel through solids but not through liquids?
Secondary waves are transverse or shear waves which are able to pass through solids, but are not able to pass through liquids.
What type of particles can pass through concrete?
gamma
Do gamma rays pass through water?
Yes, they do.
How do gamma rays pass through the body?
gamma rays pass through the body by being absorbed by the skin and entering your body causing internal and external damage.
What does light not pass through?
non-clear solids
How do solids pass through liquids?
By displacing the liquid.
What do gamma rays damage?
Any tissue they pass through.
Which two types of radiation will pass through a sheet of card?
Gamma radiation
Can gamma rays and xrays pass through the human body?
Yes.
What type of radiation can easily pass through a human?
Gamma radiation
