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Electromagnetic waves used in medicine to destroy cancer cells

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Radio waves

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Infrared rays

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Gamma rays

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Ultraviolet rays

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Solution

The correct option is C
Gamma rays

In medicine, gamma rays are frequently utilized to eliminate cancer-affected cells. The energy of the gamma rays is chosen in such a way that it does not destroy healthy cells.
Therefore, the correct option is (C).

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