Which of the following statements about natural radioactive emissions is incorrect?
A) Beta particles are emitted from nuclei at speeds up to 0.9 the speed of light.
B) Alpha particles cannot penetrate the body's outer layers of skin.
C) A piece of aluminum foil will stop gamma radiation.
D) More than one correct response.
E) No correct response.
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