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While working near a radioactive mine, workers usually wear heavy plastic suits. These suits protect them from all but

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gamma radiation would be the best answer. Alpha particles can be stopped by air. UV radiation can be halted by a layer of clothing or insulator. Beta particles can be ceased by the plastic suit. Just gamma radiation can enter the substantial suit. It must be halted by thick dividers of lead or cement.

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The appropriate response is gamma radiation. Alpha particles can be halted via air. UV radiation can be halted by a typical layer of clothing.Beta particles can be ceased by the thick plastic suit. Just gamma radiation can enter the substantial suit. It must be halted by thick dividers of lead or cement.
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