Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 17 - Radioactivity and Nuclear Chemistry - Exercises - Questions - Page 637: 43

Answer

Radiation can ionize biological molecules and can cause severe problems. When ionized, molecules within cells can develop unpredictable alteration that has the potential to significantly decrease the viability of certain cells.

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Radiation can ionize biological molecules and can cause severe problems. When ionized, molecules within cells can develop unpredictable alteration that has the potential to significantly decrease the viability of certain cells.
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