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Gamma-rays  

Definition

  • An electromagnetic wave with a typical wavelength less than 10^-2 Å (10^-12 m), corresponding to frequencies above 10^19 Hz and photon energies above 100 keV. (en)

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  • Gamma radiation (en)
  • Gamma rays (en)

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http://astrothesaurus.org/uat/637

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