what is the nature of beta radiation
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Beta-particle radiation consists of fast moving electrons. Every Beta particle carries either one negative or one
positive electronic charge ( +/-
1.6 × 10-19 coulomb: -e, +e). They are affected by electric and magnetic fields.
The speed depends on the source, but it can be up to 90% of the speed of light.
Beta particles can penetrate up to 1 m of air. They are stopped by a few millimetres of aluminium or perspex.
Their ionising capacity is much less than that of alpha radiation. They are very dangerous if they are ingested.
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positive electronic charge ( +/-
1.6 × 10-19 coulomb: -e, +e). They are affected by electric and magnetic fields.
The speed depends on the source, but it can be up to 90% of the speed of light.
Beta particles can penetrate up to 1 m of air. They are stopped by a few millimetres of aluminium or perspex.
Their ionising capacity is much less than that of alpha radiation. They are very dangerous if they are ingested.
Hope it helps!!
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