Dangers of EM waves Flashcards
1
Q
What kind of waves cause damage?
A
High frequency waves like UV, X-rays and gamma rays which transfer lots of energy
2
Q
Why are Uv rays dangerous?
A
Because they can damage surface cells, which can lead to sunburn or an increased risk of skin cancer
3
Q
Why are x-rays and gamma rays dangerous?
A
They are types of ionising radiation which can cause gene mutation, cell destruction or cancer.
4
Q
What is the radiation does and what is it measured in?
A
The measure of risk of harm from the body being exposed to radiation.
It is measured in sieverts (Sv) or millisieverts (mSv)
