Effects of Ionising Radiation Flashcards
1
Q
What is the usual result of alpha particle radiation?
A
Large damage on short (distance) scale
2
Q
What is the usual result of beta particle radiation?
A
Lesser damage, medium penetration depth, heating (burns) of matter
3
Q
What is the usual result of neutron collisions?
A
Low probability of collisions, usually long range (except water)
3
Q
What is the difference between absorbed and equivalent dose?
A
Equivalent does takes into account the type of radiation
4
Q
What is the difference between effective dose and equivalent dose?
A
Effective dose takes into account the biological effect of radiation on the different types of tissues in the body
