Radiation Basics Made Simple is a training module that introduces participants to the fundamentals of radiation and radioactivity. Radiation Basics Made Simple features an enhanced lecture-style video and interactive knowledge checks to deliver and reinforce key concepts.
This segment describes how radioactive atoms release radiation to reach a more stable state.
Visit the Radiation Basics Made Simple training page to view other segments and take the knowledge checks: https://www.cdc.gov/radiation-emergencies/php/training/rad-basics.html
This video can also be viewed at
https://www.cdc.gov/radiation-emergencies/videos/Radiation-Basics-Segment2-LoRes.mp4
