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CHM 102 Radioactivity Objective Question
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What does the unit Sievert (Sv) represent in the context of radioactivity, according to the document?
Options
A 3.7×10<sup>10</sup> disintegrations per second
B 1 disintegration per second
C 1 J of energy received by 1 kg of tissue
D Gray × quality factor of radiation
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 5, in the 'Units of radioactivity' table, defines Sievert (Sv) as 'Gray × quality factor of radiation'.

Hint

Sievert is a unit that accounts for the biological effect of radiation.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Radioactivity
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1872 of 1999
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