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What is an environmental factor that could cause a base sequence in DNA to be changed to a different base sequence?

Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause DNA damage and lead to a base sequence change. UV radiation can induce thymine dimers, where two adjacent thymine bases bond together, leading to errors during DNA replication.


What threats can radition cause to a human body?

Radiation can damage cells and tissues in the body, leading to harmful effects such as radiation sickness, burns, or an increased risk of cancer. Acute high doses of radiation can cause immediate health effects, while chronic exposure to lower doses can increase the risk of long-term health issues. It's important to minimize exposure to radiation and follow safety guidelines to protect against these risks.


Describe the enviormental factors that could result in mutations?

Chemical mutagens are chemicals that cause mutations in DNA. They can bind with DNA, take the place of base pairs (base analogs), or alter the structure and bonding properties of bases (such as nitrous acid).Ionizing radiation can cause mutations in DNA also. This includes gamma rays found in sunlight. The radiation causes some compounds to become free radicals, which have unpaired electrons and are very reactive chemically. In cells these radicals can react with sections of DNA and cause mutations.*Ionizing radiation is why bacteria are killed by sunlight.


Why is it important to protect yourself against UV radiation?

Exposure to UV radiation can cause damage to the skin, eyes, and immune system. Protecting yourself from UV radiation can help reduce the risk of skin cancer, premature aging, and other harmful effects on the body. It is important to use sun protection measures such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and protective clothing to minimize the damage caused by UV radiation.


What is if overexposure to uv rays occurs?

Overexposure to UV radiation can :Cause skin cancerCause eye cataractSuppress the immune system.

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What is an environmental factor that could cause a base sequence in DNA to be changed to a different base sequence?

Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause DNA damage and lead to a base sequence change. UV radiation can induce thymine dimers, where two adjacent thymine bases bond together, leading to errors during DNA replication.


What are some dangers of gamma?

Gamma rays are ionizing radiations and cause almost similar damage like all other ionizing radiationsBut alpha and beta radiations are less penetrating and cause damages like burning of skinwhereas gamma radiations and neutrons are more penetrating and cause diffuse damage to the body and could cause cancer to a high extentAnswer 2: Radiation Biology is dedicated on the subject. Gamma rays can kill cancer cells. That is why the treatment called Radiotherapy is employed in Hospitals to destroy cancerous tissues. Body can tolerate exposure to ionizing radiation, if the exposure is not in excess. If exposure exceeds certain prescribed limits, then the exposed parts of the body show temporary damage, but if exposed to high levels then the exposed part of body would be permanent damaged. Chromosme aberations also are noticed at high levels of exposure.


What kind of electromagnetic radiation can cause harm to living human tissue?

Ionizing radiation, such as X-rays and gamma rays, have enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, leading to cellular damage and potential harm to living human tissue. Exposure to high levels of ionizing radiation has been linked to an increased risk of cancer and other health issues.


What does a radiation symbol mean?

The radiation symbol, often depicted as a trefoil, warns of potential ionizing radiation hazards in the area. It indicates that there is a source of radiation that could be harmful to health if proper precautions are not taken.


How could they survive the intense UV radiation exposure?

The answer will depend on what they are.


Can radiation from a Xerox machine cause cell mutation?

Xerox machines emit very low levels of radiation that are considered safe for normal office use. The risk of cell mutation from exposure to this level of radiation is minimal. However, prolonged or repeated exposure to high levels of radiation could potentially increase the risk of cell mutations.


List the three main types of nuclear radiation in order of increasing ionizing ability?

Alpha, Beta, Gamma and cosmic are all examples of radiation.Types of radiation could be:Ionizing radiationElectromagnetic radiationInfra red radiation


How can working with X-rays cause cancer?

Radiation is the emission (sending out) of energy from any source. The light that comes from the sun is a source of radiation, as is the heat that is constantly coming off our bodies. When talking about radiation, however, most people think of specific kinds of radiation such as that produced by radioactive materials or nuclear reactions. Most forms of radiation have not been linked to cancer. Only high frequency radiation (ionizing radiation and ultraviolet radiation) has been proven to cause genetic damage, which can lead to cancer. One type of molecule that is sensitive to ionizing radiation is DNA, the part of the cell that contains the genes (blueprints) for each person's characteristics. Ionizing radiation can lead to a mutation (change) in a cell's DNA, which could contribute to cancer, or to the death of the cell. All cells in the body can be damaged by ionizing radiation. The amount of damage is related to the dose of radiation received by the cell. While the process of cellular change from radiation takes only a fraction of a second, other changes such as the beginning of cancer may take years to develop.


Can you classify ordinary light as ionizing radiation?

Yes, as long as there is an element or perhaps even a compound that would undergo some form of oxidation due to the absorbing of the particular wave-length then that wave-length could be termed ionizing radiation. I know for a fact that selenium oxidizes under yellow light.


Why is too much exposure to radiation dangerous?

Too much exposure to radiation can damage cells and tissues in the body, causing a range of negative effects such as cancer, genetic mutations, and organ failure. It can also disrupt the body's natural processes and lead to long-term health complications.


What are the human risks to gamma rays?

Because they are a form of ionizing radiation, gamma rays can cause serious damage when absorbed by living tissue e.g. cause mutation of DNA which leads to cancerous cells, and are therefore a health hazard.


Why is nuclear radiation dangerous to human being'S?

Nuclear radiation can cause genetic mutations in our DNA, which can cause cancers. If the genetic mutations occur in the germ cells, then our gametes (sperm and egg cells) could have genetic mutations that could be passed on to our offspring. Also, if radiation levels are high enough, people can get radiation sickness, which can be fatal.