Question

State with examples the effects of radiations on the human beings.

Answer 1

• Cancer: Ionizing radiation, like X-rays and gamma rays, can damage DNA, leading to mutations and an increased risk of cancer. For example, prolonged exposure to radiation from nuclear accidents (like Chernobyl) or excessive medical imaging can increase the risk of leukemia and thyroid cancer.
• Radiation Sickness: Exposure to high doses of radiation can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. For example, radiation sickness occurred in people exposed to high levels of radiation during the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
• Genetic Mutations: Radiation can alter genes, leading to hereditary genetic disorders. For example, people exposed to radiation may pass on genetic mutations to their children, increasing the risk of birth defects.