Science, asked by goole, 1 year ago

What are gaama rays alike

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Answered by Anonymous
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There are like x rays with shorter wave length.
Answered by AkashMandal
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GAMMA RAYS :


Electromagnetic waves emitted by radioactive substances , They are in the same waveband and have the same properties of X-rays ,

But are produced in a different way, and are at the top end of the band with regard to energy .

Gamma rays have the highest penetrating Power. They are emitted alongside alpha and beta particles.

Gamma rays have wavelengths between 0.001 and 0.1 nm .


Some Uses :-


♣ Food, such as fruit and meat can be irradiated with gamma rays. The radiation delays ripening in fruit and vegetables, and destroys bacteria in meat, enabling it to keep fresh for longer.

♣ Gamma Rays are used to kill cancer cells inside the body.

♣ Gamma Rays are also used in making and Development of nuclear bombs and reactors.

♣ Gamma rays are used to determine the internal body structures.

♣ Gamma rays are used to kill bacteria and viruses in crops.


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