Question detail
What is a reason for choosing a specific type of radiation for medical use?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Hazards and uses of radioactive emissions and of background radiation
Question
- A. The type of radiation must be the most expensive.
- B. The radiation must have the highest ionising power.
- C. The radiation must be appropriate for the intended application.
- D. The radiation must be the most commonly used.
Answer
The correct answer is C: The radiation must be appropriate for the intended application..
Explanation
The correct answer is C: The radiation must be appropriate for the intended application.. This supports the learning objective "Evaluate benefits and risks of using nuclear radiation in medicine or industry." in Uses of nuclear radiation because it uses the correct atomic and nuclear radiation relationship for Hazards and uses of radioactive emissions and of background radiation. The other options are less suitable because they do not match the required Uses of nuclear radiation idea: The type of radiation must be the most expensive.; The radiation must have the highest ionising power.; The radiation must be the most commonly used..
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Risks vs. Benefits
Students often confuse the benefits of using nuclear radiation in medicine with the risks, failing to evaluate both aspects properly.
To fix this, students should create a clear comparison chart that lists the benefits and risks associated with nuclear radiation in specific medical applications, ensuring they understand how to balance both sides.
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