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Which of the following statements best describes the absorption of gamma radiation during an experiment?.
- A.Gamma radiation is absorbed equally by all materials.
- B.Gamma radiation is absorbed more by denser materials.
- C.Gamma radiation is not absorbed by any material.
- D.Gamma radiation is absorbed more by lighter materials.
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- Gamma radiation is absorbed more by denser materials.
Explanation
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Gamma radiation has high penetration power and is absorbed more effectively by denser materials due to their atomic structure, which provides more opportunities for interaction with the radiation.
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