Radiactivity Safety

Question 1

Why is alpha the most dangerous in the body

Answer 1

Does a lot of damage in one area.

Ionises cells and slowly kills you and your cells

Question 2

What are the (5) safety precautions

Answer 2

• use for a short time
• keep away from contact with skin
• keeps arms length
• don’t look at it
• also store sources in lead protected boxes

Question 3

How are beta and gamma the most dangerous on the outside of the body

Answer 3

Can get inside to the organs whereas alpha can’t even penetrate the skin