Physics Nuclear Physics SZABMU 2023
PMDC Verified Question 22 of 98
Skin burn, loss of hair, drop in white blood cell and induction of cancer are example of ____ of radiation.
A
Zener effect
B
Genetic effect
C
Somatic effect
D
Biological effect
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Official Correct Choice:
Option C: Somatic effect


Concept:

Radiation effects in humans are divided clinically into Somatic effects and Genetic effects.

Solution:

  • Somatic effects manifest directly in the body of the individual who was exposed to the radiation.


  • Because radiation destroys actively dividing cells, tissues like skin, hair follicles, and bone marrow (which makes white blood cells) are damaged first, leading to burns, hair loss, and immune suppression.


  • Cancer induction is also a delayed somatic mutation.


Why other options are incorrect:

Genetic effects refer to mutations passed to offspring. Zener effect is a semiconductor electronics concept. While "Biological effect" is technically true, "Somatic effect" is the required specific scientific classification.

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