A Sievert Is

question 20

Multiple Choice

A sievert is

• A)the amount of radiation that produces 2.1 × 10⁹ units of charge in one cubic centimeter of air.
• B)a unit used to measure the amount of radiation absorbed per gram of tissue.
• C)a unit that measures both the energy and the penetrating power of different types of radiation.
• D)the SI unit for radiation absorbed.
• E)the amount of radioactive substance that undergoes 3.7 × 10¹⁰ disintegrations per second.

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Definitions:

Outside Diameter

The measurement of the largest dimension across the outer surface of a cylindrical or spherical object.

Rotary Motion

Movement in a circular path, revolving around an axis or center point.

Pressure Angle

The angle at which force is applied to the teeth of gears in mesh, affecting efficiency and strength of the gear teeth.

Radial Distance

The measure from the center of a circle to its perimeter, relevant in various contexts, including geometry and mechanical design.