Uses of Radiation (AQA GCSE Physics): Quizzes
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Why can certain types of radiation be dangerous to humans?
Why can certain types of radiation be dangerous to humans?
They can damage cells and DNA
What is the purpose of radiotherapy in medicine?
What is the purpose of radiotherapy in medicine?
To kill cancer cells
Which radioactive substance is used as a radiotracer in medical imaging?
Which radioactive substance is used as a radiotracer in medical imaging?
Technetium-99
What type of radiation is used to sterilise surgical instruments?
What type of radiation is used to sterilise surgical instruments?
Gamma rays
How does irradiation help with food preservation?
How does irradiation help with food preservation?
Extends shelf life
Does food become radioactive when it is irradiated for preservation?
Does food become radioactive when it is irradiated for preservation?
No, it does not
Which radioactive element is used in smoke detectors?
Which radioactive element is used in smoke detectors?
Americium-241
What is radiography used to detect in industrial applications?
What is radiography used to detect in industrial applications?
Cracks or flaws
What do nuclear reactors produce using radioactive materials?
What do nuclear reactors produce using radioactive materials?
Electricity
What imaging tools are used with radiotracers to view internal organs?
What imaging tools are used with radiotracers to view internal organs?
X-rays or PET scanners