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which of the substances would be the minimum protection to stop gamma r…

Question

which of the substances would be the minimum protection to stop gamma radiation? possible points: 1 concrete aluminum paper/skin lead

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Gamma radiation is highly penetrating. Paper/skin stops alpha particles, aluminum stops beta particles. Lead is the minimum effective material among the given options to stop gamma - radiation as concrete is more massive and over - kill for minimum protection.

Answer:

Lead