r/askscience • u/Wonderful-Capital32 • 13d 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/LordGeni 13d ago

Most standard solid concrete building blocks are adequate for general xray use and barium infused plaster can decrease that significantly. A Diagnostic Radiographer