FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION
IRRADIATION
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Question
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What do radiographers wear to protect against irradiation?
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Cotton gloves
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Lead aprons
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Hair nets
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Lead aprons are the primary radiation protective garments used by personnel during fluoroscopy. The radiation protection provided by a lead apron is approximately the same as 0.25-to 1-mm thick lead.
Detailed explanation-2: -For staff working in environments which have X-ray producing equipment, one of the main means of protection is the lead apron. Conventional aprons are primarily composed of lead impregnated vinyl material.
Detailed explanation-3: -Lead aprons or vests. Wearing lead aprons can reduce a worker’s radiation dose. Lead thyroid collar. Lead gloves. Safety goggles.
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