The properties of different types of radiation | Short Circuit

An explanation of how a radiation detector picks up different types of radiation.

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  • Clip length: 1'35''
  • Broadcast year: 2008
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  • Physics
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Programme: Short Circuit
  • Episode: Physics
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