Nuclear Radiation – Flashcards
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Which career is most concerned with the study of radioactive isotopes?
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nuclear chemist
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Which career is most suited for a nuclear chemist?
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studying the production and use of radioactive sources
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A particular fast-moving particle travels several feet in open air and is easily stopped by a solid material. Acute exposure is rare, but chronic effects occur from long-term exposure. Which of type of particle is most likely being described?
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beta particle
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Which is a difference between the focus of a nuclear engineer and the job of a nuclear chemist?
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Nuclear engineers are concerned with the design, construction, and operation of nuclear reactors; nuclear chemists study nuclear reactions, radioactive elements, and nuclear power.
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A computed tomography (CT) scan fires radiation through the body to create an image. What type of radiation does a CT scan use?
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gamma radiation
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Which is a biological effect of low exposure to radiation?
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DNA damage
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Which type of radiation is the smallest in size?
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gamma radiation
