5.5 Impacts of Applications of Radiation

All objects emit infrared radiation (T/F)

• True
• False

The hotter an object the more infrared radiation is given off (T/F).

• True

• False

What does EM waves stand for?

• electromagnetism waves

• electricmagnetism waves

• electromagnetic waves

• electricmagnetic waves

Which of the following is an application of infrared radiation?

• Thermal imaging cameras to screen people for fever

• Using of goggles to protect our eyes

• Treating babies with certain medical conditions

• Required by plants for the process of photosynthesis

Which of the following are applications of ultraviolet radiation? (more than one)

• Disinfecting medical equipment, food and water

• Helps us to increase the production of vitamin D

• Treating babies with certain medical conditions

• Required by plants for the process of photosynthesis

What is a harmful effect of ultraviolet radiation?

• Affects the migration of birds

• Cause light pollution

• Cause skin cancer

• Destroys the environment due to radiation

Which of the following are due to light pollution?

(two options)

• Causes chemical change in materials

• Negatively impacts living things that depends on the cycle of day and light

• Uses a lot of electricity

• Blocks out the stars of the sky

What does UV in UV radiation stand for?

Which of the following is 'visible'?

• infrared radiation

• ultraviolet radiation

• light