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Which of the Following Is the Branch of Science Concerned

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Which of the following is the branch of science concerned with the methods of interaction and the effects of ionizing radiation on living systems?


Definitions:

Critical Period

A specific timeframe in the development of an organism when it is particularly sensitive to certain environmental stimuli, which can have a long-lasting effect on its future behavior and abilities.

Thalidomide

A drug that caused birth defects when given to pregnant women in the 1950s and 1960s, now used under strict controls for some diseases.

Prenatal Development

The developmental journey within the womb starting at conception and culminating in birth.

Chronosystem

A component of the ecological systems theory that emphasizes the role of time and historical context in human development.

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