Question

* Define ionizing and non-ionizing radiation

* Explain the basics of the electromagnetic spectrum: relationship between frequency, wavelength, and particle / wave energy

* Identify types of ionizing radiation and their characteristics

* Define internal vs. external radiation exposure

* Calculate the effective dose using RBE factors and absorbed doses when provided with the necessary information

* Identify the relative importance of common radiation sources in terms of total average exposure

* Provide the relationship between organismal complexity and radiation sensitivity

Answer 1