Tissues have the capacity to repair radiation damage to a certain degree. However, some damage
cannot be repaired and remains weakened, especially with repeated exposures. This is called:
a. a long-term effect.
b. radioresistant tissue.
c. a cumulative effect.
d. a stochastic effect.
c. A cumulative effect refers to the theory that radiation-exposed tissues accrue damage and may function at a diminished capacity with each repeated exposure.
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