Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

The diagram shows a lead-lined box that is used to keep a radioactive source. Why is the box lined on the inside with lead?

  • AIt helps the source to stay radioactive for longer.
  • BIt makes the box heavier.
  • CIt makes the radioactive source more stable.
  • DIt reduces the amount of radiation that can escape from the box.

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