Which type of radiation from cosmic sources predominates on the inside of a high-flying commercial airplane: alpha, beta, or gamma?

A. alpha radiation
B. gamma radiation
C. beta radiation
D. None of these predominate as all three are abundant.


Answer: B

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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