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: 50

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Precise beams of gamma radiation are used to attack tumor cells, since radioactive particles have the tendency to kill rapidly-diving cells. Although steps are taken to minimize exposure to healthy cells, patients who undergo radiotherapy often experience side effects in the form of nausea or hair loss.

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Precise beams of gamma radiation are used to attack tumor cells, since radioactive particles have the tendency to kill rapidly-diving cells. Although steps are taken to minimize exposure to healthy cells, patients who undergo radiotherapy often experience side effects in the form of nausea or hair loss.
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