Simple Description

One of the three forms of ionising radiation, along with beta and alpha

Further Detail

Gamma radiation is an electromagnetic wave of high frequency and high energy. It is more penetrating than alpha or beta but less ionising. To block gamma radiation you would need at least a few centimetres of lead.

Related Words:

• Beta radiation
• Alpha radiation
• Radioactive
• Ionisation
• Radioactive

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