1. Radiation

What this is made of

• 1(a). Radiation, ionizing and nonionizing
• 1(b). The ALARA principle, and your own ALARA process
• 1(c). The radiation hazard symbol
• 1(d). Everyday exposure, and four NORM examples
• 1(e). Exposure and contamination, hazards, and your annual dose

Where this step comes from

1. Nuclear Science Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-02-19), Requirement 1