In a gamma decay process . . .

A) a high energy alpha particle is produced
B) a parent nuclide was in an excited state
C) a product is a positron
D) a high energy electron is released

In what way does a lead apron protect human cells from x-rays?
A) The lead apron shields cells from exposure
B) it reduces the x-ray strength
C) it keeps the x-rays away from the mouth
D) The person is less likely to move

I think the best answer for 1 is b.

I think 2 has to answers that are correct depending upon all of the data. Both A and B.