Name the radiation which produces maximum biological damage (or severe genetic disorders).

Alpha radiation

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Beta radiation

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Gamma radiation

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is C Gamma radiation
The gamma radiation has the maximum penetrating power, so it can penetrate inner cells of body, ionize the cells. It can cause cancer or severe genetic disorder, as it can alter the cell and DNA structures.

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