CHEM 120 Week 6 Discussion
Option 2:
Radiation comes in many different forms. We are … to many types of radiation each day, not only form the technology that surrounds us, but also from natural sources. Choose a source of radiation that a peer has not already chosen and discuss each of the following as part of your initial post:
- Is the radiation ionizing or nonionizing?
- Is the radiation … from this source … dangerous? Why or why not?
- Is this source of radiation natural or artificial?
- Are there any applications for this type of radiation?
Use at least one outside source and cite in APA format.
Follow-Up Post Instructions
Respond to at least two peers or one peer and the instructor. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification. Possible follow-up topics:
- If a peer has posted a source of radiation that is … dangerous, respond with ways to protect yourself from this source of radiation.
- Respond to a student that has posted on topic one and discuss how users of that radioactive isotope protect themselves.
- Is tanning worth the risk?
- Have you ever had an issue with radon in your home?
