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In radiation, which of these has the most energetic photons?

Correct answer B. Gamma rays

Explanation

Gamma rays have the shortest wavelengths and highest frequencies of the electromagnetic spectrum, so each gamma photon carries more energy than X-ray or microwave photons.

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