Introduction to Radiation

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What is radiation in simple terms?
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Radiation is energy that comes from a source and travels through space. It can be in the form of waves or particles.
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Name two types of radiation.
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Two types of radiation are electromagnetic radiation (like light, x-rays) and particle radiation (like alpha, beta particles).
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What is the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation?
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Ionizing radiation can remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, creating ions. Non-ionizing radiation does not carry enough energy to ionize atoms.
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What is an example of a natural source of radiation?
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The sun is a natural source of radiation, providing both light and ultraviolet radiation.
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What unit is used to measure radiation dose?
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Radiation dose is typically measured in sieverts (Sv) or rems.
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