Penetrating Power of Radioactivity

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Demonstration of the penetrating powers of different types of radioactivity.

Laboratory demonstration of radioactivity showing the differing penetrating powers of alpha, beta and gamma radiations.
From: GCSE Bitesize Revision Science 1: Physics
First Broadcast : 05 October 2007

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 14-16

Subject : Physics, Science

Topic : Radioactivity, Physical processes

Keywords : Penetrating powers, Alpha radiation, Beta radiation, Gamma radiation

Notes : Can use clip to introduce or revise the different penetrating powers of alpha, beta or gamma radiation and to understand how the different penetrating powers of different types relate to the dangers of exposure to radioactive sources.

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