Questions and Answers
Which type of radiation is emitted during nuclear decay?
Gamma radiation
What is the primary danger of exposure to nuclear radiation?
Cancer
What is a common way to measure the amount of radiation exposure?
Geiger counter
Study Notes
Types of Radiation
- Ionizing radiation, including alpha, beta, and gamma rays, is emitted during nuclear decay
- Alpha particles are high-energy helium nuclei, beta particles are high-energy electrons, and gamma rays are high-energy electromagnetic radiation
Dangers of Nuclear Radiation
- The primary danger of exposure to nuclear radiation is that it can cause damage to living cells, leading to genetic mutations and cancer
Measuring Radiation Exposure
- A common way to measure the amount of radiation exposure is through the sievert (Sv), which takes into account the biological effect of different types of radiation on living tissue
- Other units of measurement include the gray (Gy) and the rem (R)
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