10 Questions
Which of the following is a source of natural ionizing radiation?
Cosmic ray
What is the annual permissible dose for radiation workers?
50 mSv/yr
Which of the following is not a man-made source of ionizing radiation?
Cosmic ray
What is the primary mechanism of radiation injury described in the text?
Ionization of water in cells
What is the annual permissible dose for the public?
1 mSv/yr
What is the annual permissible dose for radiation workers?
50 mSv/yr
Which of the following is a man-made source of ionizing radiation?
X-ray machine
What is the permissible dose for the public annually?
1 mSv/yr
Which of the following is a natural source of ionizing radiation?
Cosmic rays
What was discovered by Roentgen in 1895?
X-ray
Learn about the biological effects of ionizing radiation, including permissible doses for different groups, somatic and hereditary effects, and the risks during pregnancy. Understand the sources of ionizing radiation, both natural and man-made.
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