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The material used for safety from nuclear radiation is

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Copper
  2. Platinum
  3. Iron
  4. Lead

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Lead

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Lead šŸ“š Explanation: Lead is a very dense material with a high atomic number, making it extremely effective at absorbing and blocking harmful nuclear radiation like X-rays and Gamma rays. This is why lead aprons and lead-lined walls are used in hospitals and nuclear facilities. It provides the best "shielding" relative to its cost and availability.