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What is a common method to detect gamma rays as per the document?

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**Radio waves** λ≈10⁻¹ to 10⁴ m, f≈10⁴ to 10⁹ Hz, produced by rapid acceleration/deceleration of electrons in aerials/antenna, used for long-distance communication because low frequency diffracts around obstacles and reflects from ionosphere, enabling ground wave and sky wave propagation, effective for broadcasting. The document lists photographic film, Geiger tubes, and ionization chambers as detectors for gamma rays. Geiger tubes are a common choice. Using c = fλ, E₀/B₀ = c, I_d = ε₀ dΦ_E/dt, and spectrum classification λ = c/f, evaluation yields Geiger tubes, illustrating EM wave transverse nature and Maxwell's displacement current concept.

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