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Which type of radiation has enough energy to ionize atoms such as those on DNA molecules?
Which type of radiation has enough energy to ionize atoms such as those on DNA molecules?
- Visible light
- Ultraviolet B (correct)
- Infra red
- Radiofrequency
What is the speed of light in a vacuum?
What is the speed of light in a vacuum?
- 3 x 10^7 meters per second
- 3 x 10^6 meters per second
- 3 x 10^8 meters per second (correct)
- 3 x 10^5 meters per second
Which type of radiation is commonly used to weld plastic?
Which type of radiation is commonly used to weld plastic?
- Ultraviolet B
- Visible light
- Infra red
- Radiofrequency (correct)
What is the classification given by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) to radiofrequency radiation?
What is the classification given by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) to radiofrequency radiation?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended type of sunscreen?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended type of sunscreen?
According to the text, how much sunscreen should an average-sized adult apply to their face?
According to the text, how much sunscreen should an average-sized adult apply to their face?
What is the recommended frequency for reapplying sunscreen when outdoors?
What is the recommended frequency for reapplying sunscreen when outdoors?
What type of hat is NOT recommended for sun protection?
What type of hat is NOT recommended for sun protection?
Which of the following best describes the condition known as 'vibration white finger'?
Which of the following best describes the condition known as 'vibration white finger'?
What is the risk of harm from vibration reduced by?
What is the risk of harm from vibration reduced by?
How can vibration to the whole body be transmitted?
How can vibration to the whole body be transmitted?
Which type of radiation is classified as carcinogenic to humans?
Which type of radiation is classified as carcinogenic to humans?
What is the main cause of skin tanning and sunburn?
What is the main cause of skin tanning and sunburn?
What are the three bands of UV radiation from the sun?
What are the three bands of UV radiation from the sun?
What is the acronym for laser?
What is the acronym for laser?
Which of the following is NOT recommended as a sun protection measure?
Which of the following is NOT recommended as a sun protection measure?
What is the purpose of wearing protective clothing for sun protection?
What is the purpose of wearing protective clothing for sun protection?
What does the UV Index forecast indicate?
What does the UV Index forecast indicate?
What is the recommended SPF rating for sunscreen?
What is the recommended SPF rating for sunscreen?
Which of the following is true about direct electrical current (DC)?
Which of the following is true about direct electrical current (DC)?
What is the main cause of tissue damage with electrical injuries?
What is the main cause of tissue damage with electrical injuries?
What are the effects of high voltage DC, such as lightning injuries?
What are the effects of high voltage DC, such as lightning injuries?
Which of the following is recommended by The Cancer Council Victoria for sunglasses to protect eyes from UV radiation?
Which of the following is recommended by The Cancer Council Victoria for sunglasses to protect eyes from UV radiation?
What is the purpose of using wrap-around, close-fitting, large sunglasses?
What is the purpose of using wrap-around, close-fitting, large sunglasses?
Which type of radiation has enough energy to bring a change to the molecules in its path as it passes through?
Which type of radiation has enough energy to bring a change to the molecules in its path as it passes through?
What is the recommended level of exposure to ionising radiation during pregnancy to avoid foetal malformations of the CNS?
What is the recommended level of exposure to ionising radiation during pregnancy to avoid foetal malformations of the CNS?
Which of the following is a source of heat gain for the human body?
Which of the following is a source of heat gain for the human body?
What is the major means of dissipating heat from the body in hot conditions?
What is the major means of dissipating heat from the body in hot conditions?
What can happen to workers handling frozen foods in very cold conditions?
What can happen to workers handling frozen foods in very cold conditions?
Which of the following can increase the risk of Raynaud's phenomenon?
Which of the following can increase the risk of Raynaud's phenomenon?
What are the symptoms that may occur when the core body temperature falls below -30oC?
What are the symptoms that may occur when the core body temperature falls below -30oC?
What is the risk associated with rough handling of a hypothermic patient?
What is the risk associated with rough handling of a hypothermic patient?
What can cause a fire to be sustained?
What can cause a fire to be sustained?
