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What is Background Radiation?
The low-level radiation that's around us all the time
Background - surroundings
What is Irradiation?
When objects near a radioactive source are exposed background radiation sources
Exposure to radiation
What is contamination?
When unwanted radioactive atoms get into or unto an object
E.g. touching a radioactive source without wearing gloves, your hands would be contaminated
Radioactive particles getting into or unto an object
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