Bétarészecskék

Bétarészecskék is a Hungarian term that translates to "beta particles" in English. Beta particles are high-energy, high-speed electrons or positrons emitted by certain types of radioactive nuclei during a process called beta decay. These particles are a form of ionizing radiation. When a neutron in an unstable atomic nucleus transforms into a proton, it emits an electron, which is a beta minus particle. Conversely, if a proton transforms into a neutron, it emits a positron, which is a beta plus particle. Beta particles have a low penetrating power compared to alpha particles but are more penetrating than gamma rays. They can pass through a few millimeters of aluminum or a few centimeters of air, but are stopped by thicker materials like lead or concrete. Beta radiation can cause skin burns and damage living tissue if exposure is significant. They are utilized in various applications, including industrial gauging, medical imaging, and radiation therapy.