2nd Quarter Science (W3- Risks and Hazards of EM Radiation) Flashcards
1
Q
- Low frequency, low energy
Not dangerous in the human body
Not disruption
A
Non- Ionizing Radiation
2
Q
- High frequency, high energy
Can remove electron from atoms
Can cause disruption
A
Ionizing Radiation
3
Q
Two protons and two neutron
Uranium, radium, and polonium
A
Alpha Particles-
4
Q
Small, fast-moving
More penetrating than alpha
Less damaging
A
Beta Particles-
5
Q
- Weigthles packets of energy called “photons”
Easily penetrates barriers
A
Gamma Ray
6
Q
Similar to Gamma ray but lower
Processes outside, processes inside
A
X-ray Particles-
7
Q
Outer space
A
Cosmic Radiation-
8
Q
Power plant
A
Neutrons-
9
Q
long-term, low level exposure
A
Stochastic Effects-
10
Q
- high level of radiation
A
Non-Stochastic Effects
11
Q
Energy from nuclear reactions
Scientifically called “Electromagnetic Radiation”
A
Radiant Energy-
12
Q
Energy from the sun
Travels in a form of high-speed particles
A
Radiation-
13
Q
Produce naturally
A
Natural Radiation-
14
Q
Medical, commercial, and industrials activities
A
Man-made Radiation-
