Chapter 11.8, Problem 4QQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Important free radicals that are produced when ionizing radiations interact with ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ has to be chosen from the given options.

Concept Introduction:

Radiations emitted from a radionuclide are very harmful at higher levels.  Radiations cannot be heard, tasted, seen, or even felt.  Radiation can be detected by making use of the fact that the radiation ionizes molecules and atoms.  Radiations are classified as ionizing radiation and non-ionizing radiations.  When an ionizing radiation hits an atom or molecule ion pairs are formed.  Free radicals are also formed along with the ion pairs.