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Gamma rays are not necessarily harmful to the planet Earth, but to all the living organisms that inhabit it, as Gamma is a powerful form of radiation.
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Does water vapor stop gamma rays from reaching earth?
no
Which ray is the strongest?
Gamma Ray
Are cosmic rays more powerful than gamma?
It's hard to say. Can apples be compared to oranges? Cosmic rays are the "rays" that originate in the cosmos and strike earth. These cosmic "rays" are mostly protons with a few alpha particles and some token electrons. That makes the cosmic "rays" a form of particulate radiation. The gamma rays are the highest frequency (and highest energy) electromagnetic radiation (EMR) there is. This radiation is produced by changes in the nuclei of atoms. The gamma rays have very short wavelengths (and short periods), and they penetrate things well. The particles mentioned don't. Alpha particles have trouble moving through air. Electrons and protons can be stopped by a sheet of aluminum foil. Does that mean the gamma rays are more powerful? You make the call.
When was The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds - film - created?
The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds - film - was created on 1972-12-20.
What are the similarities between light and gamma rays?
Light ray and gamma ray both travel in a straight line.
What layer of earth protects its atmosphere?
The atmosphere protects the earth, it abosrbs the gamma rays and other harmful light rays
What kills harmful bacteria in food gamma rays or x-rays?
Gamma ray
Why are gamma rays and X-rays harmful to students?
Gamma rays and X-rays are very high energy, highly penetrating forms of radiation. This is harmful to humans as these forms of radiation can cause DNA damage.
Is a process that uses gamma rays to eliminate harmful bacteria in meat and poultry?
Irradiation Is a process that uses gamma rays to eliminate harmful bacteria in meat and poultry.
What would happen if Earth erupted gamma rays?
The earth would have to be a supermassive dying star to emit gamma rays.
What type of electromagnetic wave is considered harmful to humans?
These are ultraviolet rays, x-rays and gamma rays.
Can Gamma rays be harmful?
Yes they can be very harm full
What is a type of sun ray that is harmful to life?
Gamma rays and x-rays are deadly and would kill all life if not for the protection of the atmosphere. X-rays used for medicinal purposes are carefully controlled and used in limited exposures. Sunlight also arrives as rays and would also kill us without the atmosphere's filtering effect.
Would you die without x-rays and gamma rays from space?
No; you don't need such rays. In fact, they can be quite harmful.
What are three examples of high energy waves that are harmful to living things?
uv rays,gamma rays and x rays
Could gamma rays be blocked by the Earth's atmosphere?
Yes. Our atmosphere blocks cosmic and solar gamma rays.
Are gamma rays a health threat for animals?
Gamma rays have been found to be harmful in animals. Even in low exposure amounts, studies have found that these rays can increase the risk for cancer.
