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No. Alpha radiation is helium nuclei, 24He2+, so there is mass (4 AMU) along with the energy (velocity).
The radiation that is most commonly associated with energy is the gamma or x-ray, consisting of photons emitted from the nucleus or electron cloud, respectively. Even then, there is mass, even though small, and even though the rest mass of a photon is zero, because energy is equivalent to mass1 times the velocity of light squared. (e = mc2) As a result, energy cannot exist without mass, nor can mass exist without energy, but that is a little bit out of scope for this question.
Suffice to say that there is no such thing as pure energy - you also need mass, but for the purposes of this question, alpha is not pure energy - not by a long shot.
1Careful - do not misunderstand that energy and mass can be converted into each other. This is a common error based on not understanding what e = mc2 means. The truth is that energy is mass, and massis energy, and neither can be created nor destroyed - they can only be moved around from one frame of reference to another.
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What type of energy does the element radium contains?
Radium primarily emits alpha particles, which are a type of nuclear radiation. This emission of alpha particles generates energy in the form of ionizing radiation.
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.
Is Alpha Beta or gamma made from electrons?
Electrons are not directly involved in the creation of alpha, beta, or gamma radiation. Alpha radiation consists of helium nuclei (2 protons and 2 neutrons), beta radiation is made of electrons (beta-minus) or positrons (beta-plus), and gamma radiation is a high-energy electromagnetic radiation.
What is radioactivity and what is the difference between alpha beta and gamma radiation?
Alpha radiation is helium-4 nuclei - i.e., each alpha particle consists of 2 protons and 2 neutrons.Beta radiation is either electrons or positrons (= anti-electrons). Gamma radiation is high-energy photons.
What is the color of alpha radiation?
Alpha radiation does not have a colour. In order for something to have a colour, it must emit rays of visible light. Alpha radiation and light are two different things which have little to do with each other.
Which radiation gets rid of its energy quickest?
alpha radiation
What type of energy does the element radium contains?
Radium primarily emits alpha particles, which are a type of nuclear radiation. This emission of alpha particles generates energy in the form of ionizing radiation.
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.
Which type of radiation has no mass or charge?
Free radiation I suppose. But gamma radiation, is charge free. As is UV, IR, ... ..
How different alpha and beta radiation from gamma rays?
I'm not sure there are quantifiers for "difference", but "completely" comes close. Alpha and beta radiation is (massive) particle based, gamma rays are electromagnetic radiation ... technically this is a particle (photons), but photons have zero invariant mass. Alpha radiation is a helium nucleus on the run. Beta radiation is an electron on the run. Gamma radiation is a very high energy "light" ray (electromagnetic radiation).
What type of radiation does radium give off?
Radium emits alpha, beta, and gamma radiation. Alpha radiation is fully ionized helium nuclei. Beta radiation is high energy electrons. Gamma radiation is very high energy electromagnetic radiation. All of these can do significant damage to living things.
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.
Is Alpha Beta or gamma made from electrons?
Electrons are not directly involved in the creation of alpha, beta, or gamma radiation. Alpha radiation consists of helium nuclei (2 protons and 2 neutrons), beta radiation is made of electrons (beta-minus) or positrons (beta-plus), and gamma radiation is a high-energy electromagnetic radiation.
What is the radiation?
what is the meaning radition? radiation is a by product of nuclear energy which can be in the form of alpha,beta and gramma rays.radioisotopes emit radiation.
Is alpha and beta decay are almost always accompanied by what?
Alpha and beta decay are often accompanied by the emission of gamma radiation. Gamma radiation is a high-energy form of electromagnetic radiation that helps to stabilize the nucleus after alpha or beta decay.
What kind of energy can travel through radiation?
Radiation carries electromagnetic energy, such as visible light, infrared radiation, ultraviolet radiation, and radio waves. It can also carry particles, such as alpha and beta particles, along with energy.
Which type ionizing radiation can be blocked by clothing?
Alpha and beta radiation can typically be blocked by clothing, as well as gamma radiation at lower energy levels. However, for higher energy gamma radiation, specialized protective clothing may be required for effective shielding.
