1 – What is Radiation

Course Description

Welcome to the Radiation Series presented by Anvika Knowledge Hub. In this module, we will introduce you to the concept of radiation in simple terms. Although many associate radiation with cancer, it is also used as a treatment for the same. But how can radiation both cause and cure cancer? This series aims to clarify this paradox and provide a deeper understanding of what radiation truly is.

Through the next slides, we will explore the different types of radiation, its role in medicine, and how it interacts with matter. By the end, you’ll have a clearer picture of radiation and its dual nature in both harm and healing.

What will you learn?

• The basics of what radiation is and how it works.
• The distinction between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
• The concept of ionization and how radiation affects atoms.
• The sources of radiation, both natural and man-made.
• How radiation plays a crucial role in medical treatments, including cancer therapy.