What Is Thought to Be the Primary Method of Damage

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is thought to be the primary method of damage caused by acute radiation exposure?

• A) Free radicals and ions damage enzymes and DNA.
• B) Heating of cell liquids from the streaming of radioactive particles.
• C) Radioisotopes become lodged in cell tissues, causing them to degrade.
• D) The penetrating power of the radiation pushes cell membranes causing them to rupture.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Organization

A structured group of people who come together to achieve common goals through a division of labor and a hierarchy of authority.

Community

A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common, often sharing a sense of identity or belonging.

Collegial Model

A framework of governance or organization characterized by equal sharing of responsibility among colleagues.

Self-Discipline

Self-discipline is the ability to control one's feelings and overcome one's weaknesses; it refers to the capacity to pursue what one thinks is right, despite temptations to abandon it.