Question

A high energy ray emitted from radioactive atoms is a(n) _____. alpha particle beta particle emission spectrum gamma ray

Answer 1

The answer that would best complete the given statement above would be the last option: gamma ray. A high energy ray emitted from radioactive atoms is a GAMMA RAY. High-energy gamma rays accompany most types of radioactive decay and are the most penetrating form of nuclear radiation. Hope this helps.

Answer 2

A high energy ray emitted from radioactive atoms is A GAMMA RAY.

A radioactive element can emit three types of particles, these are alpha particles, beta particles and gamma rays. Gamma rays are high energy rays which have high penetrating power. Gamma rays are a form of electromagnetic waves, they have high frequency and short wavelength. The rays have high ionizing power and can cause damage to body organs.