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10(a)
Arrange α, β and γ rays in ascending order with respect to their
Biological effect.
Topic: Nuclear physics / radioactivity
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For external exposure: γ is generally most hazardous because of high penetration; α is most damaging if taken inside the body because of high ionisation.
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