Radiation & Me
Many uses of radiation help to ensure the high quality and safety of our daily lives. Smoke detectors to warn us of fire, x-ray machines to detect weapons or other devices in luggage and cargo, and certain types of imaging to look for diseases are all application of radiation for the benefit of society.
Natural Radiation
Naturally occurring radiation can be found all around us. Radiation can be found in soils, our air and water, and in us...
Medical Uses
There are many uses of radiation in medicine. The most well known is using x rays to see whether bones are broken. The broad area of x-ray use is called radiology...
Security Devices
There are a few common devices used for security that involve x rays and are generally regulated by federal or state agencies...
Household Products
Some products you own and use regularly might contain or emit radiation. They are an example of the many beneficial uses of radiation...
Food Irradiation
Food irradiation is used to destroy food-borne bacteria and parasites and extend the shelf life of some foods. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports...
Industrial Uses
There are many uses of radiation in industry. The most common use is measurement...
Radioactive Wastes
Radiation Answers provides information about radioactive waste and other sources of radiation emissions.