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mong the types of radiation, alpha, beta, gamma, and x-ray, the one that requires the least amount of protective clothing is ________ radiation.

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Gamma and x-ray are electromagnetic and highly penetrating,

Beta radiation is due to energetic electrons while alpha radiation is consists of atomic nuclei and much more massive

Alpha radiation requires the least amount of protective clothing because the particles are much more massive and less penetrating

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