Radiation Realities Electromagnetic and Nuclear Insights

Radiation Realities Electromagnetic and Nuclear Insights

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Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explains radiation, distinguishing between electromagnetic and nuclear types. Electromagnetic radiation includes radio waves to gamma rays, while nuclear radiation involves unstable isotopes. Ionizing radiation, which can damage DNA, includes nuclear radiation and high-energy electromagnetic radiation. Safety measures like shielding and sunscreen are discussed. The video emphasizes understanding radiation to mitigate fear, quoting Marie Curie.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main types of radiation discussed in the video?

Electromagnetic and nuclear

Nuclear and chemical

Thermal and nuclear

Electromagnetic and thermal

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a form of electromagnetic radiation?

X-rays

Alpha particles

Gamma rays

Radio waves

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What force helps keep the atomic nucleus intact despite proton repulsion?

Gravitational force

Electromagnetic force

Strong nuclear force

Weak nuclear force

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which common fruit contains trace amounts of a radioactive isotope?

Orange

Banana

Grapes

Apple

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of radiation is capable of ionizing atoms?

Only radio waves

Only visible light

All nuclear radiation

All electromagnetic radiation

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do doctors shield certain body parts during X-rays?

To prevent ionizing radiation exposure

To enhance image quality

To save on equipment costs

To reduce patient discomfort

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for a large amount of ionizing radiation exposure in a short time?

Chronic exposure

Prolonged exposure

Acute exposure

Minimal exposure

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