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प्रश्न
Arrange the α, β, and γ raditions in ascending order of their ionising powers.
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उत्तर
Ionising power of α particles is the most and of γ-radiations the least i.e. Ionising power.
α > β > (a) γ < β < γ
α-10000 times γ and 100 times β
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संबंधित प्रश्न
The diagram in figure shows a radioactive source S placed in a thick lead walled container. The radiations given out are allowed to pass through a magnetic field. The magnetic field (shown as ×) acts perpendicular to the plane of paper inwards. Arrows shows the paths of the radiation A, B and C.

- Name the radiations labelled A, B and C.
- Explain clearly how you used the diagram to arrive at the answer in part (a).
In following Figure shows a mixed source R of alpha and beta particles in a thick lead walled container. The particles pass through a magnetic field in a direction perpendicular to the plane of paper inwards as shown by ×.
- Show in the diagram how the particles get affected.
- Name the law used in part (a).

[Hint: Alpha particles will deflect to the left while beta particles to the right]
Is it possible to deflect γ - radiations in a way similar to α and β -particles, using the electric or magnetic field? Give reasons.
State the speed of each of α, β and γ radiations.
What is the composition of α, β and γ radiations?
A radioactive substance emits radiations ______.
Compare the ionising powers of α, β and γ radiations.
What are α-and β-radiations?
Which nuclear radiation will travel undeviated in an electric field?
Which of the following radiations suffer maximum deflection in a magnetic field?
