gamma radiation

Source: Sun, nuclear atoms and cobalt 60

Detected by: Geiger-Muller tubes

Typical wavelength: 10 to the -12 m to 10 to the -15 m

Typical frequency: 10 to the 22 to 10 to the 24 hertz

Dangers: cause cancer

Uses: kill cancer, sterilize medical equipment , kill bacteria

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  • Created on: 21-11-13 20:40

gamma radiation

Source: Sun, nuclear atoms and cobalt 60

Detected by: Geiger-Muller tubes

Typical wavelength: 10 to the -12 m to 10 to the -15 m

Typical frequency: 10 to the 22 to 10 to the 24 hertz

Dangers: cause cancer

Uses: kill cancer, sterilize medical equipment , kill bacteria

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