Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science practice

Paper 3 structured question: Electromagnetic spectrum

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Electromagnetic spectrum

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Paper 3Theory (Core)3 marks

Evaluate the health risks associated with electromagnetic radiation.

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Electromagnetic radiation includes various types such as UV, X-rays, and gamma rays, which can have harmful effects on human health.

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Discuss the potential health effects of excessive exposure to X-rays and UV radiation.
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Paper 3Theory (Core)3 marks

Description

Electromagnetic radiation includes UV rays, X-rays, and gamma rays, each having different impacts on human health.

a
Explain the negative impacts of excessive exposure to UV radiation and X-rays on human health.
Your answer
Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.
[3]