P3- Sustainable Energy Flashcards
1
Q
What is Contamination?
A
Picking up some radioactive waste. E.g. Breathing it in, drinking it or getting it on your skin.
Still exposed to it even if you leave area.
Worse as it leaves people exposed to ionising damage for a long time, more damage.
2
Q
What is Irradiation?
A
Being exposed to radiation without coming into contact with the source.
Damage to body stops as soon as you leave area.
Only exposed for a short period of time, receiving a lower dose
