The difference between X-rays and gamma rays is that

PHYSICS
JAMB 2004

The difference between X-rays and gamma rays is that

  • A. x-rays are more penetrating than gamma rays
  • B. x-rays are electromagnetic radiations while gamma rays are negatively charged radiation
  • C. x-rays have higher frequencies than gamma rays
  • D. x-rays arise from energy changes in the electronic structure of atoms while gamma rays come from the nucleus

Correct Answer: D. x-rays arise from energy changes in the electronic structure of atoms while gamma rays come from the nucleus



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