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Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Physics practice

If a person is exposed to a strong external gamma radiation source for a short period and then the source is removed, what is the primary consequence?

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If a person is exposed to a strong external gamma radiation source for a short period and then the source is removed, what is the primary consequence?.

  1. A.The person's body will become radioactive and dangerous to others.
  2. B.The person will emit alpha particles for several hours.
  3. C.The person will experience damage from the radiation exposure, but will not be radioactive themselves after the source is removed.
  4. D.The person will instantly develop radiation sickness with no delayed effects.

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