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I think you mean Gamma RAYS- yes, they are most definitely a form of radiation, and potentially a very dangerous one. They are the principle form of radioactive poisoning given off by nuclear explosions and meltdowns, and very thick layers of concrete or lead are needed to stop them. They cause poisoning by knocking DNA out of order in chromosomes, resulting in gaps in chromosomal structure, or defects when the chromosome tries to repair itself and gets the order of it's genetic structure wrong. This results in DNA particles being misplaced or put in the wrong order, which chronically disables the organism that they are a part of and causes them to become sick and die, be they animal or plant life.
What else can I help you with?
A picture of Gamma-Electric Cells?
I can't provide pictures, but gamma-electric cells are radiation detectors that convert gamma rays into electricity. They are used in various applications including medical imaging, radiation monitoring, and space exploration.
Can you explain the concept of electromagnetic radiation and how it differs from a wave?
Electromagnetic radiation is a form of energy that travels through space in the form of waves. It includes visible light, radio waves, microwaves, and X-rays. These waves are created by the movement of electrically charged particles. While electromagnetic radiation and waves are related, the key difference is that electromagnetic radiation refers to the energy itself, while waves refer to the physical oscillations that carry the energy.
What type of radiation do human bodies give off?
Human bodies give off mainly heat radiation, which is in the form of infrared radiation. This is because our bodies generate heat through metabolic processes. Additionally, humans also emit small amounts of other types of radiation such as visible light and radio waves.
What is the Electric magnetic light spectrum?
The electro-magnetic spectrum is the range of radio waves of increasing frequency until our senses can perceive them as heat waves in the infra-red, visible light from red through violet, then invisible ultra-violet, increasing in frequency to X-rays and gamma rays.
Which type of ionising radiation is stopped from entering the body by the layer of dead skin at the surface?
Alpha radiation is stopped by the dead layer of skin because it has low penetration power and is easily absorbed. Beta and gamma radiation, on the other hand, can penetrate through the skin and potentially enter the body.
What are the dangers of gamma waves?
radiation
What electromagnetic waves are the most energized?
Gamma Radiation
A form of nuclear radiation that travels as waves is a?
Gamma radiation is a form of nuclear radiation that travels as waves. It is highly penetrating and is a concern in terms of its ability to damage living tissue and the environment.
Can ultrasound waves are alpha beta or gamma rays?
No, they are unrelated. Alpha and beta radiation are particle streams, not waves. And gamma rays are electromagnetic waves.
The what Waves in the electromagnetic spectrum are gamma waves?
"Gamma" is the name given to the electromagnetic radiation with the highest frequency (shortest wavelength, highest energy).
What are is gamma radiation made up of?
Gamma radiation is composed of electromagnetic waves with very high energy and short wavelengths. It does not have mass or charge. Gamma radiation is emitted during radioactive decay or nuclear reactions.
Which of the following is not a form of radiation A Radio waves B Sound waves C Microwaves D Gamma waves?
Sound waves are not a form of radiation. Radio waves, microwaves, and gamma rays are all forms of electromagnetic radiation that can travel through space. Sound waves, on the other hand, require a medium (such as air, water, or solids) to propagate.
What waves are apart of the electromagnetic spectrum?
Everything from long radio waves up to gamma radiation
Are sound waves or gamma waves sources of radiation?
yes as they travel from one molecule to another.
What types of radiation has no mass and no charge?
Gamma radiation
Why is gamma the fastest type of radiation?
Gamma radiation is the fastest type of radiation because it consists of high-energy electromagnetic waves. These waves have the shortest wavelength and highest frequency, allowing them to travel at the speed of light and penetrate materials easily.
How long does it take gamma waves to kill you?
Gamma waves are a type of electromagnetic radiation, not harmful by themselves. However, exposure to extremely high levels of gamma radiation, such as from a nuclear explosion or certain medical treatments, can cause severe radiation sickness and potentially lead to death within days or weeks. The time it takes for gamma radiation to kill you depends on the intensity and duration of exposure.
