What is one difference between alpha () and beta () radiation?

a. Alpha radiation is more easily stopped by an obstacle than beta radiation.
b. Alpha radiation is less easily stopped by an obstacle than beta radiation.
c. Alpha radiation is composed of protons and beta radiation consists of electrons.
d. Beta radiation is negative, but alpha radiation is always neutral.
e. Alpha radiation consists of waves and beta radiation is composed of particles.


a

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