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5.2.5 Effects of ionising radiation and safety precautions

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Question 37

A radiographer wears a protective apron lined with lead when taking X-ray scans of a patient.

Why does the radiographer wear an apron containing lead?

A

To prevent the patient's X-rays from being scattered.

B

To reduce the radiographer's exposure to ionising radiation.

C

To reflect the X-rays back towards the patient's body.

D

To help the radiographer maintain a stable body temperature.

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42 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 5.2.5 Effects of ionising radiation and safety precautions. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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