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Irradiation and contamination

Irradiation and contamination

Side by side comparison of irradiation from a sealed source and contamination by radioactive dust entering the body

Irradiation means being exposed to radiation from a source. Contamination means radioactive atoms get onto or into the body.

Radiation safety and nuclear energy Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /Radiation safety and nuclear energy

Step-by-step lessons covering Edexcel GCSE Physics Radiation safety and nuclear energy for Foundation and Higher tier. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2 format. Master the required practical work and core equations early, since both papers can draw on content and maths skills from across the whole specification.

Lessons

Atomic structure and ionising radiationRadioactive decay, half-life and usesRadiation safety and nuclear energy