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Q: Why is gamma the fastest type of radiation?
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Which type of nuclear radiation travels the fastest?

All electromagnetic radiation travels at the same speed. We usually call it "the speed of light" but it's the same for all other forms of electromagnetic waves.


Which type of radiation produces a wave and a lot of energy?

Gamma radiation is a type of nuclear radiation made of high energy waves.


What type of radiation is the most harmful?

Gamma radiation.


What type of radiation does radioactivity produces?

The Type Of Radiation That It Produce Is The Gamma Ray!


Which type of radiation requires thick radiation shielding?

Gamma!(:


Which type of radiation is most penetrating in solid substances?

Gamma radiation


What type of radiation can easily pass through a human?

Gamma radiation


Which type of radiation has no mass or charge?

Free radiation I suppose. But gamma radiation, is charge free. As is UV, IR, ... ..


Which type of radiation can penetrate penetrate deepest into exposed materials?

gamma


Is gamma not considered a type of radiation ray?

Actually, gamma is the ONLY type of radiation ray. Since the three types of radiation are alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays, and the other two are particles, technically, gamma rays are the only radiation rays. If that is not what you are looking for, then I recommend rephrasing your question.


What is the radiation type for alpha?

Alpha (and beta) radiation is "particle radiation" Gamma is electro-magnetic radiation.


What type of electromagnetic radiation is used in imaging and radiation oncology?

Gamma rays.