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It is used in smoke detectors as it cannot travel far in air. Alpha radiation is emitted and as long as the detector in the device is receiving the alpha radiation, then no smoke is present. When smoke particles are present, they interrupt the radiation, and so the detector doesn't pick up the radiation, causing the alarm to go off.
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What is the contribution of ernest Rutherford to radiation?
Alpha, beta and gamma.
Deadly radiation left over after a nuclear blast?
nuclear radiation, either prompt or in fallout. Can be any mix of Alpha, Beta, X-rays, Gamma, and/or Neutron.
Did mu sigma upsilon use the brown paper bag test?
no that would be alpha kappa alpha
Can white girls be alpha kappa alpha?
BGLOs do not discriminate based off of race, but instead use other criteria to decide who becomes a member and who does not.
What are the do's and dont's in pledging Alpha Kappa Alpha?
1. DO your research and be thorough. 2. DO use discretion. 3. DON'T ask members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. this question. 4. DON'T be surprised of the response you get should you choose to ignore #3. 5. DON'Tchoose Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. if you do not want to make the lifelong commitment that it requires. Good day.
Alpha is it ionizing?
Yes, alpha radiation is an ionizing radiation.
What is the radiation type for alpha?
Alpha (and beta) radiation is "particle radiation" Gamma is electro-magnetic radiation.
Is alpha decay the same as alpha radiation?
No. Decay is the process, radiation is the product.
Is alpha radiation a ionization radiation?
Yes, alpha radiation is a form of ionizing radiation. It consists of alpha particles, which are helium nuclei composed of two protons and two neutrons. These particles have high energy and can ionize atoms by knocking off electrons from them as they pass through matter.
Does a microwave produce alpha rays?
No, a microwave does not produce alpha rays. Microwaves use electromagnetic radiation to heat food by causing water molecules to vibrate and generate heat. Alpha rays are a type of ionizing radiation that consists of alpha particles emitted by certain radioactive materials.
What type of radiation alpha beta or gamma is emitted by thorium-230?
alpha particles.
What type of radiation is the least ionizing?
Alpha radiation.
What type of radiation is in smoke alarm?
alpha radiation
Why is gamma radiation different from alpha and beta radiation?
Gamma radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation, whereas alpha and beta radiation are composed of particles. Gamma rays have the shortest wavelength and highest energy, whereas alpha and beta particles are larger and less penetrating. Gamma radiation does not carry an electric charge, while alpha and beta particles do.
What are the names of the three main types of radiation?
The three main types of radiation are alpha radiation, beta radiation, and gamma radiation. Alpha radiation consists of alpha particles, beta radiation consists of beta particles, and gamma radiation consists of gamma rays.
Where on the spectrum of electromagnetic waves does alpha radiation fit in?
Alpha radiation is not electromagnetic. It's a stream of helium nuclei.
What kind of radiation does Rn-222 emit?
Rn-222 emits alpha radiation. This type of radiation consists of alpha particles, which are made up of two protons and two neutrons. Alpha radiation tends to have low penetrating power and can be stopped by a piece of paper or human skin.
