Which Type of Radiation Source Would Pose the Greatest Health

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which type of radiation source would pose the greatest health risk when used internally for a medical procedure?

• A)an alpha emitter,t_1/2 = 6 hours
• B)a beta emitter,t_1/2 = 5 hours
• C)a beta emitter,t_1/2 = 15 days
• D)a gamma emitter,t_1/2 = 4 hours

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