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If a nuclear device has been detonated near your​ area, and you are considering the type of protective shielding you might​ need, you would use lead shielding for protection against which type of​ radiation?

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Answer:

Gamma rays

Step-by-step explanation:

If a nuclear device is detonated near your area it emits Gamma Rays.

Gamma rays are one of the harmful rays which have a very high penetrating power.

Gamma rays can damage the cells of the human body.

Also gamma ray penetration can cause cancer.

Gamma rays affect unborn baby very adversely.

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