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| Title: | Nuclear Background and Application |
| Description: | Chemistry
November 5, 2021
Reviewed types of radiation: alpha, beta, gamma and other subatomic particles: positron, protons and neutrons used to write nuclear equations.
Discussed sources of background radiation: 200 mrem is max you should receive in a year.
Discussed importance of a geiger counter and how it is used to detect radiation.
Example of using radioactive iodine to look at functionality of thyroid (goiter).
Looked at 'Radiology' book pictures of treatments with radiation to treat cancers. Roentegen's two headed monster.
Finally, discussed how an ionizing smoke detector works to keep you safe at home.
Must replace detector every 10 years as it contains a very small amount of radioactive Am-241. |
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