Chronic Radiation Exposure Occurs When

question 3

Multiple Choice

Chronic radiation exposure occurs when:

• A) large doses of radiation are received over a short time period
• B) large doses of radiation are received over a long time period
• C) small doses of radiation are received over a short time period
• D) small doses of radiation are received over a long time period

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A critical structure within the brain that acts as a relay center, processing and transmitting sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Cerebral Cortex

The cerebral cortex is the outer layer of the brain's cerebrum, playing a key role in memory, attention, perception, cognition, awareness, thought, language, and consciousness.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary body functions like heartbeat and digestion.

Happiness

A state of well-being and contentment characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy.