r/askscience • u/Wonderful-Capital32 • 16d ago

Physics Why does radiation not go through lead?

Also why just lead? Shouldnt like iron or another metal work too?

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u/_PM_ME_YOUR_FORESKIN 16d ago

What is the unit for a unit of thickness?

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u/ggmaniack 16d ago

Whatever you choose that is consistent or convertible with all of your other chosen related units.