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5.4 Uses and dangers of EM radiation

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How can intense microwaves harm body tissue?

A

Its changing electric field makes electrons oscillate, inducing an alternating signal.

B

They ionise molecules, which can damage DNA.

C

They penetrate tissue and cause internal heating when absorbed by water molecules.

D

It is absorbed near the skin surface and transfers energy by heating.

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5.4 Uses and dangers of EM radiation Flashcards

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23 flashcards on Edexcel GCSE Physics 5.4 Uses and dangers of EM radiation: the key terms, definitions and equations you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

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