Of the following, which form of radiation has the highest potential to cause harm?
a. Alpha
b. Beta
c. Charlie
d. Gamma
d
Rationale: a. Alpha radiation can be blocked easily and outside the body, do not present a danger to humans unless ingested.
b. Beta radiation typically does not penetrate to internal organs.
c. There is no "Charlie" radiation.
d. Correct. Gamma radiation has substantial penetration and may substantially damage living tissues.
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