Which of the Following Statements Regarding Radiation Injury Is FALSE

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding radiation injury is FALSE?

• A) The amount of injury to an individual depends on the volume of tissue radiated.
• B) The lethal dose (LD 50/30) for humans is 1.5 grays.
• C) Younger, more rapidly dividing cells are more likely to incur damage.
• D) Individuals vary in radiation sensitivity within the same species.

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Definitions:

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