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Properties of Alpha, Beta and Gamma Radiations

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The radiation produces maximum biological damage is

A

Neutrino radiation

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B

γ-radiation

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C

ß-radiation

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D

α - radiation

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Solution

The correct option is B
γ-radiation

Gamma (γ) rays. This is because Gamma (γ) rays have a very large penetrating power.

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