Across
- 1. Naturally occurring radioactive element commonly used in medical imaging and cancer treatment, symbolized by "Ra" on the periodic table.
- 3. Catastrophic failure of a nuclear reactor core, leading to overheating.
- 7. Initial medical assistance provided in emergency situations before professional help arrives.
- 9. A __ substance is able to destroy solid materials by a chemical reaction
- 10. Measure of harm posed by external radiation
- 11. What respiratory condition is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways?
- 12. Study of effects of radiation on living organisms
- 14. Low-lying area adjacent to a river, prone to flooding
- 15. What equipment is used to protect against hazards in the workplace?
- 18. What process ensures consistency and quality in hazardous substance levels
Down
- 2. Method of injection where medication is directly administered into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system.
- 3. Technique to minimize harmful substance entry
- 4. Natural disasters affecting ecosystems
- 5. Protective barrier used to block radiation
- 6. Gradual wearing away of land by natural forces like wind and water.
- 7. city in Japan known for a catastrophic nuclear disaster in 2011
- 8. Heavy metal toxin often found in old paint and water pipes, known to cause developmental issues and cognitive impairments in children.
- 13. Biological substance or situation that poses a threat to human health
- 16. Sudden collapse of the ground, often caused by underground erosion
- 17. Path by which harmful substances enter the body