MCAT Question of the Day
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    Q:

    		 In radioactive decay alpha radiation can be shielded with a piece of paper, requiring far less shielding than gamma or beta radiation. This is primarily due to which of the following?
    		 

    A

    		 Alpha particles are far more massive than other forms of radiation

    B

    		 Alpha particles are not as harmful as other forms of radiation

    C

    		 Alpha particles are uncharged and thus do not have high penetration abilities

    D

    		 Alpha particles are emitted at a far higher energy than other forms of radiation



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