This easy to understand video puts radioactive exposure in perspective by measuring it in terms of "bananas" (the radiation contained in a banana due to its potassium content). Much like the chart I referred to in an earlier post, this video puts many concerns to rest with regards to routine exposure like cordless phones and microwave ovens. I was particularly shocked at the amount of radiation absorbed by smokers. Would this be the main reason smoking causes lung cancer?
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