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Why are some everyday items radioactive?

They contain naturally radioactive elements like potassium or uranium.

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  1. They contain naturally radioactive elements like potassium or uranium ✔
  2. They are all made in nuclear reactors
  3. They absorb radiation from televisions

Why: Items such as bananas or some ceramics contain naturally radioactive elements, making them slightly radioactive.

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Answer: They contain naturally radioactive elements like potassium or uranium. Items such as bananas or some ceramics contain naturally radioactive elements, making them slightly radioactive.

  1. Scouting America: Nuclear Science www.scouting.org/merit-badges/nuclear-science
    explain why they are radioactive
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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