This week you have learned about nuclear reactions and the resulting radiation. In this discussion thread, you will be considering the health effects of radiation from nuclear reactions. Start by visiting the Health Effects web pages on the Environmental Protection Agency’s website located within the weekly readings.
Use the radiation dose calculator to find your estimated annual dose. Report your result and write a comment about it. Were you surprised? Does the result concern you? What were the major factors contributing to your estimated exposure? Are you going to change anything as a result of this finding?
