Gamma rays
- Created by: mattisrenee
- Created on: 28-01-15 11:13
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- Gamma rays
- electromagnetic radiation
- electromagnetic radiation was originally emitted by X-ray tubes
- can be produced by phenomena, both nuclear and non-nuclear
- produced in conjunction with other forms of radiation such as alpha or beta rays
- very dangerous
- may transfer its energy directly to any electrons
- are known to arise from gamma decay
- Gamma-rays have the smallest wavelengths
- Gamma-rays are the most energetic form of light
- are produced by the hottest regions of the universe
- gamma rays cannot be captured and reflected in mirrors
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