Why must x-rays be used carefully?

Answer 1

Someone who is exposed to x-rays too long can develop cancer, skin burns, anemia, or other serious conditions. If you'd like to know more, there is a good article about x rays in "world book 2006."

Answer 2

Gamma rays and x rays are very dangerous components that are highly penetrative.Their wave length is short which easily penetrates to the living organs and bones causing chronic diseases such as cancer,weak bones and mutation.

Answer 3

X-rays have been proven to alter the genetic and biologic nature of cells and tissues. The biological effects of ionizing radiation is hazardous and is cumulative.

Answer 4

Yes,

too much exposure to x-rays can cause cancer.

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Answer 5

Long term exposure to the radiation released by getting x-rayed can cause the increased possibility of cancer, also it may cause abnormal test results to occur.

Answer 6

cuz x-ray suck