Gamma rays are high-energy electromagnetic waves that are emitted from the nucleus of an atom during radioactive decay.
X-rays: These are electromagnetic waves with higher energy than visible light but lower energy than gamma rays. They can be used for medical imaging purposes.
Nuclear fusion: This is a process in which two atomic nuclei combine together to form a heavier nucleus, releasing a large amount of energy, including gamma rays.
Radiation therapy: It is a medical treatment that uses high-energy radiation (such as gamma rays) to kill cancer cells or shrink tumors.
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