What Specific Mechanism of Radiation Injury May Result in the Formation

question 8

Multiple Choice

What specific mechanism of radiation injury may result in the formation of hydrogen peroxide when x-ray energy is absorbed by patients?

• A)An ejected high-speed electron may interact with other atoms within absorbing tissues.
• B)Free radical formation created by the ionization of water may occur.
• C)Unequal charge distribution may result in negative electrical potential.
• D)Creation of a magnetic field may cause polarization.

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Definitions:

Induced Consumption

Consumer spending that varies with income levels; as income rises, consumption increases, and as income falls, consumption decreases.

Disposable Income

The sum of money available to a person for spending and saving after they have paid their taxes.

APS

Acute Pharyngitis Score, a clinical tool used to diagnose the likelihood of acute pharyngitis being bacterial in origin. If not in a medical context, clarification is needed as APS can have multiple meanings across different domains.

Disposable Income

The disposable financial resources for households after income taxes have been paid.