Identify the Time Between Exposure to Ionizing Radiation and the Appearance

question 3

Multiple Choice

Identify the time between exposure to ionizing radiation and the appearance of clinical symptoms:

• A)latent period
• B)short-term effect
• C)somatic effect
• D)genetic effect

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Definitions:

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A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in arousal, attention, and stress response, as well as regulating mood.

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