Question
Which of the following kinds of light is “ionizing radiation” that, even in low doses, can alter chemical bonds and pose health risks?
A.Ultraviolet (UV)
B.Radio waves
C.Microwaves
D.Infrared (IR)
A.Ultraviolet (UV)
B.Radio waves
C.Microwaves
D.Infrared (IR)
Answers
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A. Ultraviolet (UV)
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is considered ionizing radiation, which means it has enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, thus altering chemical bonds and potentially posing health risks, even at low doses.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is considered ionizing radiation, which means it has enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, thus altering chemical bonds and potentially posing health risks, even at low doses.