When Exposed to High Radon Levels in the Home,which of the Following

question 16

Multiple Choice

When exposed to high radon levels in the home,which of the following groups of people have the highest risk of developing lung cancer?

• A)Teenagers
• B)Adults from 20 to 30 years of age
• C)Nonsmokers
• D)Smokers

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Definitions:

ATP Decomposition

The process of breaking down adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to release energy for cellular activities.

ADP

Adenosine Diphosphate, a molecule involved in the energy transfer within cells and plays a role in the conversion to ATP.

Phospholipids

A class of lipids that form the primary structural component of cellular membranes, characterized by a hydrophobic tail and hydrophilic head.

Hydrophilic Region

A part of a molecule that has affinity for water and can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules.