When do the effects of irradiation occur?

What will be an ideal response?


Following the latent period. Assuming the dose is nonlethal, effects of radiation can occur within a short latent period (minutes, days, or weeks) or within a longer latent period (years, decades, or generations later). The latent period is determined by the type of cell and the rate of mitosis of the tissue irradiated.

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Which of the following is the simplest form of the fraction 25/37?

A) 25/37 B) 12.5/18.5 C) 2.5/3.7 D) 37/25

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Electromagnetic radiation requires a medium such as water or tissue to travel

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Seborrheic dermatitis is most common during __________.?

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Cryogenic liquid storage tanks are:

a. Nonpressure tanks that are highly insulated. b. Atmospheric pressure non-insulated tanks. c. Very low-pressure highly insulated tanks. d. May very in pressure ratings, with some as high as 300 psi and heavily insulated.

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