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Nuclear Radiation — Quiz

Question 5 • Chemistry

A computed tomography (CT) scan fires radiation through the body to create an image. What type of radiation does a CT scan use?

Answer
A
electromagnetic radiation
B
beta radiation
C
positron radiation
D
alpha radiation

Explanation

A CT scan uses X-rays to pass through the body and form images. X-rays are a type of electromagnetic radiation, so the correct choice is electromagnetic radiation. Alpha, beta, and positron radiation are types of particle radiation, not the radiation used for CT imaging.

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