You are required to write an illustrated report that includes
the following:
• An explanation of the main types of radioactive decay and
characteristic radiations, including three nuclear decay reaction
equations for the three types of radiation.
• An explanation of the origins, penetration, energy deposition and
measurement of different radiations.
• A decay series for Thorium. You must draw this and not take an
image from the internet or a book. You can draw this by hand,
photograph it with a smartphone and include the picture with an
explanation in your report.
• Two calculations involving radiation dose.
• An explanation of selected uses and safe handling of sources in
industry, medicine and scientific research.