Radiation Flashcards
1
Q
Uses of radiation
A
•Medicine - X-rays, cancer
treatment, MRI,
CAT/CT scans
•Sterilising
•Smoke detectors
2
Q
What does radiation to do the human body
A
Damages cells (hence radiation treatment for cancer)
3
Q
Alpha
A
+2 protons
+2 electrons
Mass 4
Stopped by paper
4
Q
Beta
A
+0 protons
-1 electrons
Very small mass
Stopped by aluminium
5
Q
Gamma
A
Used in medicine
Stopped by lead
