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People can be exposed to radiation through natural sources like the sun or radon gas, as well as through medical procedures like x-rays or radiation therapy. Additionally, exposure can occur from man-made sources such as nuclear power plants, nuclear weapons testing, or accidents like Chernobyl or Fukushima.

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