Nuclear Physics and RadioactivityHard
Question
The essential distinction between X-rays and γ-rays is that the γ - rays :
Options
A.have greater ionizing power than X-rays
B.emanate from nucleus, while X-rays emanate from outer part of the atom
C.have smaller wave-length than X-rays
D.are more penetrating than X-rays.
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