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Module 1:Introduction to Radiation Safety Flashcards

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What year were X-Rays discovered?

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Who is credited with discovering X-Rays?

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Define the term”Radioactivity.”

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Which radioactive element did Marine Curie discover?

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True/False: Radiation is always harmful.

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Name three sources of natural background radiation.

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What is the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation?

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What is the primary purpose of radiation shielding?

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Which materials are most effective at blocking gamma rays?

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Which type of radiation has the highest energy?

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What unit is used to measure radiation dose?

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True/False: Alpha particles can penetrate human skin.

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What is the SI unit for measuring radiation exposure?

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What is the significance of the half-life of a radioactive element?

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True/False: All forms of radiation are visible to the human eye.

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Name two uses of radiation in medicine.

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17
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What is the main cause of radiation exposure in industrial radiography?

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18
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What safety measure is essential when working with radioactive materials?

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19
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What is the difference between alpha, beta, and gamma radiation?

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20
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Define the term “ionization.”

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21
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Which radiation is more penetrating: beta or alpha?

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22
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List one examples of a man-made source of radiation.

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23
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What is a Geiger counter used for?

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True/False: Neutrons are a form of ionizing radiation.

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Why is proper training important for radiation workers?

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26
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What is Rodin, and why is it significant in radiation safety?

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27
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What is the role of the NRC ( Nuclear Regulatory Commission) in radiation safety?

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28
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Explain how radiation can damage biological tissues.

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What is the primary goal of radiation safety practices?

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What is the background radiation, and where does it come from?

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