Some EM Radiation Can be Harmful to People Flashcards
1
Q
Some EM radiation mostly passes through…
A
Soft tissue without being absorbed - e.g radio waves
2
Q
What happens to other types of radiation?
A
They are absorbed and cause heating of the cells - e.g microwaves
3
Q
What can some radiations cause?
A
Cancerous changes in living cells - e.g gamma Rays can cause cancer
