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Explain what is meant by background radiation,

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Recall the origins of background radiation

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3
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Describe uses of radioactivity

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4
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Describe how the activity of a radioactive source decreases over a period of time

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what is the unit of activity of a radioactive isotope

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what is the half-life of a radioactive isotope

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7
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Describe the dangers of ionising radiation

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Describe how scientists have changed their ideas of radioactivity over time

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9
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Discuss the long-term possibilities for storage and disposal of nuclear waste

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10
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Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear power for generating electricity

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