Hazards of radiation (AQA GCSE Physics): Quizzes
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What does ionising radiation do to atoms?
What does ionising radiation do to atoms?
Removes electrons from atoms
Why is ionising radiation dangerous to humans?
Why is ionising radiation dangerous to humans?
It damages cells in the body
How should exposure time near radioactive sources be kept?
How should exposure time near radioactive sources be kept?
As short as possible
Why are lead aprons used when working with radiation?
Why are lead aprons used when working with radiation?
Lead blocks radiation very well
How does distance affect radiation safety?
How does distance affect radiation safety?
Radiation weakens with distance
What do film badges do for radiation workers?
What do film badges do for radiation workers?
Measure radiation exposure levels
Why are alpha particles very dangerous inside the body?
Why are alpha particles very dangerous inside the body?
High activity damages internal organs
Can alpha particles penetrate skin from outside the body?
Can alpha particles penetrate skin from outside the body?
No, they cannot penetrate skin
What happens when gamma rays pass through the body?
What happens when gamma rays pass through the body?
They can exit without much damage
Which type of radiation is more dangerous inside the body?
Which type of radiation is more dangerous inside the body?
Alpha particles
What does the term 'dose' refer to in radiation?
What does the term 'dose' refer to in radiation?
How much radiation energy body absorbs
Why must radiation research be peer reviewed?
Why must radiation research be peer reviewed?
To ensure info is reliable & accurate