Paper 2 Waves Flashcards
1
Q
UV X-Rays & GAMMA RAYS have have what effect on a human body?
A
UV - X-Rays & Gamma Rays have a HAZARDOUS effect on the human body
2
Q
The effects of radiation depends on:
A
The effects of radiation depends on:
- The type of radiation
- The dose of radiation
3
Q
What measure is used to measure radition?
A
Radiation is measure in sieverts
4
Q
Ultra Violet causes:
A
UV causes:
- skin to age prematurely
- increases risk of skin cancer
5
Q
What can X-rays & gamma rays cause?
A
X-rays and gamma rays can cause
the MUTATION of genes and cancer
6
Q
Radio Waves - used for?
A
TV - Radio
7
Q
Microwaves?
A
Satellite communications & cooking food
8
Q
Infrared waves
A
electrical heaters, infrared cameras
9
Q
Visible Light
A
Fibre optic communications
10
Q
UV light
A
Energy efficient lamps, sun tanning
11
Q
X-ray & Gamma rays
A
Medical imaging & treatment