Practice Types of Radiation - 3.1 | Theme E: Nuclear and Quantum Physics | IB MYP Grade 11 Physics
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Question 1

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What is emitted during alpha decay?

💡 Hint: Think about what forms a helium nucleus.

Question 2

Easy

Which type of radiation can penetrate paper?

💡 Hint: Consider how each radiation type interacts with materials.

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Question 1

What is the composition of an alpha particle?

  • 2 protons and 2 neutrons
  • 1 proton and 1 neutron
  • Electron duo

💡 Hint: What two key particles make up helium?

Question 2

True or False: Gamma rays have the highest ionization ability among the three types of radiation.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Which type do you think penetrates better?

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Determine the impact of distance and shielding on the exposure risk from gamma radiation in a medical setting.

💡 Hint: Consider how gamma rays interact with materials physically.

Question 2

Design a basic safety protocol for handling isotopes emitting alpha and beta radiation in a laboratory environment.

💡 Hint: Think about what materials effectively block different types of radiation.

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