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Two sources of radiation look identical. one source emits only alpha radiation the other only beta radiation. describe one way to find out which source emits the alpha radiation.you can assume a radiation detector and a counter are available. you may wish to draw a diagram to help you with your answer.

Reply 1

Kyx

Original post by john agard

Place the counter next to each source. Move the counter further away. What would you expect to happen for alpha radiation, and what would you expect to happen for beta radiation?

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Reply 2

john agard

Original post by kyx

place the counter next to each source. Move the counter further away. What would you expect to happen for alpha radiation, and what would you expect to happen for beta radiation?

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sorry i dont get what you mean. Can you explain abit more