A beta particle and an alpha particle enter and cause ionization in a gas-filled radiation detector operating in the Geiger-Mueller region.
Which one of the following accurately compares the amplitude of the detector pulses caused by each type of radiation?
A. The beta particle pulse will be larger in amplitude.
B. The alpha particle pulse will be larger in amplitude.
C. The pulses will be the same for both types of radiation.
D. Cannot be determined without particle kinetic energy information.
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Answer: C
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