What Does the Word "Radiation" Mean When Used by Scientists

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Multiple Choice

What does the word "radiation" mean when used by scientists?

• A)invisible forms of light such as X-rays and radio waves
• B)the light emitted by black holes and protostars
• C)high-energy particles from nuclear reactors
• D)anything that spreads out from a central source

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Definitions:

Uterine Smooth Muscle

Muscle tissue in the walls of the uterus, which expands during pregnancy and contracts during labor.

Mammary Glands

Specialized organs in female mammals that produce milk for feeding their offspring.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for hormone production and regulation of vital bodily functions such as temperature and hunger.

Antidiuretic Hormone

A hormone released by the pituitary gland that helps regulate the balance of water in the body by reducing the amount of urine produced.