Nuclear Radiation Now

At its simplest, nuclear radiation is energy released by unstable atoms as they transition to a more stable state. This energy typically takes the form of high-speed particles or electromagnetic waves, often referred to as because it has enough energy to knock electrons off atoms. The four primary types are:

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Smaller and faster; can penetrate skin but are stopped by thin layers of plastic or metal. At its simplest, nuclear radiation is energy released

Heavy and slow; can be stopped by a sheet of paper but dangerous if inhaled or swallowed. At its simplest