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Radiation can excite an electron sufficiently for the electron to leave the atom, thus having an ionizing effect.
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Gamma radiation and x radiation provide ionizing forms of radiation What effect does ionizing radiation have on molecules through which they pass?
"Ionizing" means that it can convert atoms and molecules into ions. In other words, it can knock off one or more electrons.
What has the author Thomas L Walden written?
Thomas L. Walden has written: 'Biochemistry of ionizing radiation' -- subject(s): Ionizing radiation, Physiological effect, Radiation effects, Radiobiology
Alpha is it ionizing?
Yes, alpha radiation is an ionizing radiation.
Would you classify radiation as ionizing radiation?
Yes, but there are a number of radiation besides ionizing radiation.
The initial effect of ionizing radiation on a cell is that it causes?
The formation of highly reactive ions
What is it called when x-ray are initially absorbed by the body?
ionizing radiation
Discuss the effects of ionizing radiation on cellular constituents?
what are the effects of ionizing radiation on cellular constituents
Which one of the following is physical stressor lead ionizing radiation hcv or hbv?
ionizing radiation
Can Titan 11 nuclear warheads cause ionizing radiation?
Yes, the Titan 11 warheads can cause ionizing radiation. They fall under the category of nuclear weapons which have an adverse effect to the health of human beings.?æ
The rem is a unit used to measure?
Radiation dose in terms of the amount of the biological effect caused by the amount of energy absorbed
How radiation effect normal cell?
Ionizing radiation has the ability to harm proteins and change the sequence of DNA, causing mutations. This can have harmful effects for the cell
What is are the type of ionizing radiation?
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