Module 1:Introduction to Radiation Safety Flashcards
What year were X-Rays discovered?
Who is credited with discovering X-Rays?
Define the term”Radioactivity.”
Which radioactive element did Marine Curie discover?
True/False: Radiation is always harmful.
Name three sources of natural background radiation.
What is the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation?
What is the primary purpose of radiation shielding?
Which materials are most effective at blocking gamma rays?
Which type of radiation has the highest energy?
What unit is used to measure radiation dose?
True/False: Alpha particles can penetrate human skin.
What is the SI unit for measuring radiation exposure?
What is the significance of the half-life of a radioactive element?
True/False: All forms of radiation are visible to the human eye.
Name two uses of radiation in medicine.
What is the main cause of radiation exposure in industrial radiography?
What safety measure is essential when working with radioactive materials?
What is the difference between alpha, beta, and gamma radiation?
Define the term “ionization.”
Which radiation is more penetrating: beta or alpha?
List one examples of a man-made source of radiation.
What is a Geiger counter used for?
True/False: Neutrons are a form of ionizing radiation.
Why is proper training important for radiation workers?
What is Rodin, and why is it significant in radiation safety?
What is the role of the NRC ( Nuclear Regulatory Commission) in radiation safety?
Explain how radiation can damage biological tissues.
What is the primary goal of radiation safety practices?
What is the background radiation, and where does it come from?
