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Alpha radiation can be stopped by pretty much anything: 5 cm of air, a piece of paper, skin, etc. Alpha particles are not dangerous unless inhaled, so skin is a safe solution.

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Could Alpha be stopped by paper?

Yes, Alpha radiation could be stopped by normal paper.


Which nuclear radiation can be stopped by paper?

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Which radioactive particle can be stopped by a regular sheet of notebook paper?

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Wet decontamination can block what radiation from being detected?

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Which form of nuclear radiation is least damaging to humans?

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What type of radiation particle can be stopped by a sheet of paper?

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IS Alpha particles dangerous in regards to external exposure?

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What is Alpha radiation stopped by?

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