When energy of an absorbed gamma photon is released, a flash of light is produced. This is similar to which of the following effects?
A. Photoelectric effect
B. Compton effect
C. Pair production
D. Collision effect
Answer:A
When energy of an absorbed gamma photon is released, a flash of light is produced. This is similar to which of the following effects?
A. Photoelectric effect B. Compton effect C. Pair production D. Collision effect
Explanation: The given effect is similar to photoelectric effect. It occurs in scintillation detector.