Chapter 29, Problem 52P

(a)

To determine

The energy absorbed by a $70\text{ kg}$ person, if his body receives an absorbed dose of $250\text{ mrad}$.

(b)

To determine

To explain: Whether the absorbance of $250\text{ mrad}$ beta rays or $250\text{ mrad}$ of X-rays is relatively better.

(c)

To determine

The required dose of X-ray and beta rays for a $70\text{ kg}$ person, if the absorbed dose is $250\text{ mrad}$.