Define radioactive contamination as the unwanted presence of radioactive materials on other substances, and understand that the associated hazard stems from the decay of the contaminating atoms.
Explain how the type of emitted radiation determines the level of hazard posed by radioactive contamination.
Define irradiation as the process of exposing an object to nuclear radiation, and explain that this process does not render the irradiated object radioactive.
Compare and contrast the specific hazards associated with radioactive contamination and irradiation.
Understand the necessary safety precautions required to mitigate hazards when using radioactive sources during irradiation processes.
Assess the importance of publishing and sharing findings from studies on the effects of radiation on humans to allow for rigorous scientific peer review.
