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Paper 4 structured question: Safety precautions

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In a laboratory setting, researchers must handle radioactive materials safely.

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Handling Radioactive Materials

Researchers must implement safety measures to protect themselves from ionising radiation, including time, distance, and shielding.

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    Explain the importance of maximizing distance from a radiation source.

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Safety Measures for Ionising Radiation

To ensure safety when working with ionising radiation, three main strategies are employed: minimizing exposure time, maximizing distance from the source, and using shielding materials.

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    State one safety measure for managing ionising radiation.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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