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How Dangerous Is Radiation?

Radiation terrifies many of us, but how scared should we be? Probe the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, focusing on what high-energy emissions do to DNA. Consider a host of radiation sources - from the innocuous, such as cell phones and power lines, to nuclear explosions and dirty bombs. Finally, learn what to do if you are ever exposed to nuclear fallout.

English
  • Originally Aired April 27, 2018
  • Runtime 29 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created July 27, 2020 by
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  • Modified July 27, 2020 by
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