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Question 11 • CR SS Chemistry S2 2018/19 2026

Which type of radioactive decay produces radiation with zero mass?

Answer
A
alpha
B
beta
C
gamma

Explanation

Gamma decay emits gamma rays, which are electromagnetic radiation (photons) and have zero rest mass. Alpha particles are helium nuclei, and beta particles are electrons or positrons, so both have mass. The correct choice is gamma.

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