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What CAUSES alpha, beta and gamma rays?
Alpha, beta, and gamma rays are types of electromagnetic radiation. They are all forms of energy that are released from the nuclei of atoms.
Alpha rays consist of positively charged particles, beta rays consist of negatively charged particles, and gamma rays are high-energy photons. They also have different penetrating abilities, with alpha rays being the least penetrating and gamma rays being the most.
Alpha, beta, and gamma rays have various uses in different fields. Alpha rays are used in smoke detectors, beta rays are used in medical imaging techniques, and gamma rays are used in cancer treatment and sterilization processes.
Alpha, beta, and gamma rays can be harmful to humans if they are exposed to high levels of radiation for extended periods of time. However, small doses of radiation are commonly used in medical procedures and are not harmful.
Exposure to alpha, beta, and gamma rays can be minimized by limiting the amount of time spent near a radiation source, maintaining a safe distance from the source, and using protective equipment such as lead shields or suits.