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It absorbs all of the radiation that is near

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What is Film badge?

A film badge can be defined as a device containing photographic film that registers the wearerÕs exposure to radiation. The badge consist of two parts, photographic film or dental X-ray,and a holder.


What is the purpose of wearing a film badge when working with ionizing radiation sources?

The film badge measures radiation exposure; an exposed film badge indicates how much radiation a worker has recieved.


What makes up a film badge?

A film badge can be defined as a device containing photographic film that registers the wearerÕs exposure to radiation. The badge consist of two parts, photographic film or dental X-ray,and a holder.


What is a film badge used for in a radiation exposure?

A flim badge is used to monitor the exposure that the technologist receives.


Who is the Simpson's character fall out boy?

Fallout Boy is Radioactive Man's sidekick in the comic 'Radioactive Man' and was played by Milhouse in the film 'Radioactive Man'.


Why does a film badge have a plastic case and not a metal case?

The film has a dried silver emulsion on it which can be scratched and scraped if exposed to everyday handling. The plastic case is just there to hold the film in place and protect it from being scratched. The emulsion is on the reverse side, closest to your body, so nothing can touch it while it's in the case.


Does The film badge keep radiation workers safe from radiation?

Not directly, but it allows them to monitor how much dose of radiation they have received over a period of time, so they can look at it and check they haven't received too much dosage.


How much do SXSW badges cost?

It depends when you buy them and which festivals you are attending. South by Southwest (SXSW) has three parts: music, film and interactive. Here are the prices for each ("walkup rates" are listed since early registration deadlines for 2010 have passed). Platinum badge: $1125 Gold badge: $750 Music badge: $750 Film badge: $475 Interactive badge: $550


What device i used to measure the radiation exposure of people working with radiation?

geiger counter Incorrct. It would be a film badge. A Geiger counter depends on the gas within the metal tube ionizing and a Geiger is hooked to an electric supply. A film badge would be used more frequently as it is simply a badge consisting of several layers of photographic film that is covered by black paper. The badge is worn and can be checked easily.


What was embedded in the badge of the main character of Film Deewar and Coolie?

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Why are film badges little use detecting alpha particles?

alpha can't make it through the badge holder to the film.


What can you do to reduce exposure to nuclear radiation?

Wear a badge containing photographic film.