Which of the following radiation sources from the electromagnetic spectrum has the shortest wavelength and greatest energy?
A)radio
B)microwave
C)gamma
D)visible
E)ultraviolet

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Gamma radiation has the shortest wavelength and highest frequency in the electromagnetic spectrum, which means it also has the greatest energy. It is produced by the decay of atomic nuclei and is commonly used in medical treatments such as radiation therapy for cancer.

Which of the Following Radiation Sources from the Electromagnetic Spectrum