Beta Particles (β)
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Beta particles are high-energy electrons or positrons emitted from the nucleus of a radioactive atom during beta decay. They have greater penetrating power than alpha particles and can penetrate the skin to cause radiation burns with significant external exposure. Internally deposited beta emitters pose serious health risks to organs and tissues. Beta-emitting radionuclides such as strontium-90, tritium, and carbon-14 are encountered in nuclear power plants, research laboratories, and certain medical applications. Monitoring beta particle activity is important for personnel dosimetry and contamination control in radiological work environments.
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