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What is one impact of ionising nuclear radiation on living organisms?

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Safety precautions

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What is one impact of ionising nuclear radiation on living organisms?.

  1. A.Cell growth
  2. B.Cell death
  3. C.Cell division
  4. D.Cell replication

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Effects of Ionising Radiation

Ionising radiation can lead to cell death, genetic mutations, and an increased risk of cancer.

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    State one effect of ionising radiation on living organisms.

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