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Heavy and slow; can be stopped by a sheet of paper but dangerous if inhaled or swallowed.
Primarily found inside nuclear reactors; highly penetrating and can make other materials radioactive. Real-World Applications Nuclear radiation
While often associated with "danger," nuclear radiation is a critical tool in several fields: Heavy and slow; can be stopped by a
High-energy waves that require thick lead or concrete to block. Heavy and slow
Smaller and faster; can penetrate skin but are stopped by thin layers of plastic or metal.