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6.2 Electromagnetic waves

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Question 4

An engineering laboratory uses X-rays to inspect metal components for internal faults. Each operator wears a radiation monitor.

OperatorDose from X-rays during one year
K0.006 Sv0.006\ \text{Sv}0.006 Sv
L9 mSv9\ \text{mSv}9 mSv

Explain which operator has the greater risk of harm from the X-rays. In your answer, use the data and explain how X-rays can damage body tissue.

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6.2 Electromagnetic waves Questions

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /6.2 Electromagnetic waves

93 exam-style questions on AQA GCSE Physics 6.2 Electromagnetic waves, covering 6.2.1 Types of electromagnetic waves, 6.2.2 Properties of electromagnetic waves 1, 6.2.3 Properties of electromagnetic waves 2, 6.2.4 Uses and applications of electromagnetic waves, 6.2.5 Lenses, and 6.2.6 Visible light. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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