IB Physics SL S1.1.1 Safety and Ethics Questions

Apply SL safety and ethics evidence to radiation, medical imaging, genetic screening and technology decisions, weighing risks, benefits and environmental effects.

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identify safety measures and exposure monitoring for radioactive sources, including film badges and the risks of ionizing radiation
evaluate ethical trade-offs in medical treatment, fetal imaging and embryo screening by comparing benefits, harms and alternatives
discuss environmental consequences of technology use, including resource extraction, disposal and waste

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This question is about mobile phones.

The number of mobile phones has grown rapidly in recent years. Discuss environmental issues associated with this rapid increase.

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