What does radiation make you think of? List your ideas in the class brainstorm.

Cancer Treatment: Radiation is often used in the medical field for the treatment of various types of cancer.

Nuclear Power: Radiation is a byproduct of nuclear reactions, such as those used in nuclear power plants.

Sun Exposure: The sun emits ultraviolet radiation, which can cause sunburn and, over time, skin cancer.

Microwaves: These appliances use radiation to heat food quickly and efficiently.

X-Rays: This is another medical use of radiation, allowing doctors to see inside the human body without invasive surgery.

Radioactive Waste: This is a dangerous byproduct of nuclear power and other processes that involve radiation.

Chernobyl and Fukushima Disasters: These are two well-known examples of the dangers of radiation when it's not properly controlled.

Space Exploration: Astronauts are exposed to higher levels of radiation due to the lack of Earth's protective atmosphere in space.

Radiation Therapy: This is a treatment for cancer and other diseases that uses high-energy radiation to shrink tumors and kill cancer cells.

Radiation Sickness: This is an illness that occurs when the body absorbs a large dose of radiation, often from a nuclear accident or attack.