Radiation that can penetrate everything

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The discussion centers on the types of radiation that can penetrate dense materials like lead and concrete. Participants mention that while gamma rays and radio waves can be blocked, neutrinos are known for their ability to pass through matter with minimal interaction. Gravitational waves are highlighted as another form of radiation that is not absorbed by any realistic object. The conversation emphasizes the unique properties of neutrinos and gravitational waves in this context. Overall, the consensus is that gravitational waves and neutrinos can effectively penetrate most materials.
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What kind of radiation that can penetrate basically everything including thickest lead and concrete? Even the strongest radiation, so far, such as radio wave and gamma ray can be stop by thick lead and concrete. So, is it possible that there are kind of radiation that pass thru everything?
 
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Mohd Abdullah said:
What kind of radiation that can penetrate basically everything including thickest lead and concrete? Even the strongest radiation, so far, such as radio wave and gamma ray can be stop by thick lead and concrete. So, is it possible that there are kind of radiation that pass thru everything?
Neutrinos... :smile:
 
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Gamma radiation can be stopped by lead and concrete.

The correct answer is "gravitational".
 
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berkeman said:
Neutrinos... :smile:
A neutron star can stop/scatter most of them.

Gravitational waves are the only thing where absorption is negligible for every realistic object.
 
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