CP5e EM Radiation Dangers Flashcards
1
Q
Microwaves Dangers
A
Microwaves could be dangerous to people because our bodies are mostly water and the microwaves can heat cells from the inside
2
Q
Infrared Dangers
A
Our skin absorbs infrared, which can damage or destroy cells, causing burns to the skin
3
Q
Ultraviolet Dangers
A
The enrgy transferred by ultraviolet radiation can cause sunburn and damage DNA which causes skin cancer
Can also cause eye damage
4
Q
X-rays and Gamma Rays Dangers
A
Excessive exposure can cause mutations in DNA that can kill cells or cause cancer
5
Q
Changes in the nuclei of atoms can…
A
produce gamma radiation
