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Radioactive Contamination (GCSE Physics)

The following is a GCSE Physics test covering 'Radioactive Contamination' from the broader topic Atomic Structure. The test is geared towards the AQA exam board style syllabus.
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Which property is true for background radiation?
Which statement about contamination control is correct?
Which type of detector is commonly used to measure alpha, beta and gamma radiation count rates in school labs?
A sample has activity 800 Bq. After one half-life the activity will be:
What does the term “half-life” of a radioactive isotope mean?
A sealed source of Co-60 is inside a lead container. For routine checks you must open the container. Which precautions are essential?
Which statement about alpha particles is correct?
In managing radioactive waste from a facility, which long-term precaution is commonly used for high-level waste?
A Gamma-emitting source is stored in a metal box. Which precaution reduces exposure when moving the box?
Which of these best describes gamma radiation?
Why are short half-life radioactive isotopes sometimes preferred for medical imaging?