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Question 5 of 16 in Gamma rays

Gamma rays

1 mark · Easy

Name the type of screen or apron that can protect people from gamma rays.

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Lead screen or lead apron

Also accept: lead apron; lead screen; lead shield

Common mistakes: plastic apron; aluminium

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B1 · 1 mark · Names lead as the protective material

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A lead screen or lead apron is used to protect people from gamma rays.

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