Gamma rays are produced when
A
high velocity electrons are abruptly stopped in metals
B
energy changes occur within the nucleus of atoms
C
energy changes occur within the electronic structure of atoms
D
electrons are deflected in very strong magnetic fields
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Gamma rays are electromagnetic radiation of nuclear origin; they are produced from energy changes which occur within the nucleus of atoms
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