Does Radiation Make Air Travel Dangerous?

Does Radiation Make Air Travel Dangerous?

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Science, Engineering

11th Grade - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explains that flying exposes passengers to cosmic radiation, but it's not dangerous. Everyone is exposed to small amounts of ionizing radiation daily, which the body can handle. Background radiation comes from natural sources like radon and cosmic rays. The average annual dose is 2.5-3 millisieverts, and flying increases exposure slightly. The International Commission on Radiological Protection suggests keeping additional exposure under one millisievert annually. Flight crews have higher dose limits, and some studies suggest increased cancer risks, but evidence is mixed. Passengers have little to worry about. The video ends with thanks to supporters.

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