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on: Jul 29, 2018
Gamma rays are emitted by way of
 
  A) ionizing radiation.
  B) transitions within an atom's innermost electrons.
  C) transitions within the atomic nucleus.
  D) none of the above

Question 2

The high temperature of Earth's interior is mainly due to
 
  A) great internal pressure.
  B) friction, as plates move past one another.
  C) the Earth's natural heat.
  D) radioactive processes.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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