The World of Radiation
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Which type of radiation is commonly used in smoke detectors?

  • Alpha particles (correct)
  • Gamma rays
  • Beta particles
  • X-rays

    • Which application uses radiation to determine the age of ancient artifacts?

  • Sterilizing medical equipment
  • Determining the age of ancient artifacts (correct)
  • Sterilizing food
  • Medical procedures

    • What is the purpose of using radiation in medical procedures?

  • To diagnose and treat cancer (correct)
  • To kill bacteria
  • To sterilize food
  • To determine the age of ancient artifacts

    • How can radiation be used to measure the thickness of materials?

    <p>By monitoring the penetration of alpha particles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of radiation is commonly used for tracing and gauging thickness?

    <p>Beta particles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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