Question

A scientist was working in a nuclear reactor facility and was exposed to radioactive particles. Although the scientist was wearing only basic clothing as protection, she exhibited no symptoms of radiation poisoning. What type of radiation was the scientist most likely exposed to?

Group of answer choices


A. Beta


B. Gamma


C. Alpha


D. None of the above

Answer 1

C. Alpha

Step-by-step explanation:

In a nuclear reactor facility, radioactive decay takes place, which is any several processes by which unstable nuclei emit subatomic particles and ionizing radiation and disintegrate into one or more smaller nuclei. A scientist working under this condition is likely to be exposed to alpha particles because it contains a minimal absorption range and they are the least dangerous regarding external exposure.