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What percentage of the average annual radiation dose to a member of the general population comes from man-made sources?
18%
Which of the following is a man-made source of radiation exposure mentioned in the text?
Medical X-ray
Which type of isotopes are used in nuclear medicine for therapy of cancer according to the text?
Technetium-99
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consumer product that can expose individuals to radiation?
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What is one example of occupational exposure to artificial sources of radiation mentioned in the text?
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What is the main difference between elastic and inelastic scattering events?
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Which statement best describes cosmic radiation exposure at higher elevations?
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What is a common example of public exposure to radiation as mentioned in the text?
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How do man-made sources of radiation differ from natural sources?
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Why does the exposure to cosmic rays increase at higher elevations?
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