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Which of the following are highly effective in producing ion pairs when they pass through the matter?(a) Alpha particles(b) Beta particles(c) Gamma particles(d) X-ray particlesI have been asked this question in an interview.My doubt is from Fundamentals of Radiochemical Methods in section Radiochemical Techniques of Analytical Instrumentation

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The correct ANSWER is (a) Alpha particles

For explanation I WOULD say: Alpha particles are highly effective in PRODUCING ION PAIRS when they pass through the matter. They have relatively large mass and charge.



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