Banana Equivalent Dose Converter
Estimate how many bananas would deliver the same radiation dose. One banana gives roughly 0.1 µSv.
Examples
- 1 µSv ⇒ 10 bananas
- 5 µSv ⇒ 50 bananas
FAQ
How much radiation is one banana?
Approximately 0.1 µSv per banana.
Is eating bananas dangerous?
No, the radiation is negligible compared to everyday background exposure.
Additional Information
- The banana equivalent dose is a light-hearted way to discuss radiation exposure.
- Natural background radiation exposes people to about 10 million bananas worth each year.