Which type of radiation from cosmic sources predominates on the inside of a high-flying commercial airplane: alpha,beta,or gamma?
A)alpha radiation
B)beta radiation
C)gamma radiation
D)None of these predominate as all three are abundant.

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Gamma radiation predominates on the inside of a high-flying commercial airplane as it can penetrate through the aircraft's walls and is the most common type of radiation from cosmic sources. Alpha and beta radiation are typically shielded by the aircraft's structure and atmosphere.

Which Type of Radiation from Cosmic Sources Predominates on the Inside