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Physics - Radioactivity AQA GCSE > CONTAMINATION - IRRADIATION > Flashcards

CONTAMINATION - IRRADIATION Flashcards

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what is contamination

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when a radioactive source has been absorbed into an object and therefore emits the radiation itself.

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what is irradiation

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when an object has been exposed to some radiation. It does not emit radiation and it does not become a radioactive source

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which is more dangerous?

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CONTAMINATION

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Physics - Radioactivity AQA GCSE (6 decks)

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