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Of the normally known types of radiation, (Alpha, Beta and Gamma), Gamma radiation is the most penetrative.

However, Neutrino radiation is the most penetrative radiation of all, it will pass right through the planet with no trouble. Neutrinos however do not harm you as they pass.

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