20th November 2021 Radiation biology Tutorial 2 Maximum marks 100,

Last date of submission 27th November 2021

1. Differentiate between the radiography, radiotherapy and utilization of radioisotopes in

brachiotherapy? Give examples and pick a case/ pick what u think fits the requirement?
(10 marks)
2. The importance of acute radiation syndrome are associated with radiation exposure? Which one
we can treat? How can we measure. (15 marks)
3. The different radiations have quality factor associated with it. Why do you think it is essential?
Support your answer with example? What is the bench mark/ standard for comparison
(10 marks)?
4. What is half life of radioisotope? Do all radioisotopes decay to produce more radioactive
materials, is it universally true? Support your answer with suitable example. List out seven
radioisotopes taught in class and explain please (30 marks)
5. The high doses of irradiation causes more damage, why is it so, can you explain? (15 marks)
6. The radiation protection by using lead is acceptable even though we have found that it is
environmental hazard? Can u suggest any other element from periodic table? (20 marks)