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    • Biological Effects of Radiation

    This next section will discuss the relationship between exposure (dose) and response as well as describe various effects of ionizing radiation.

    Paracelsus (16 th Century): "It's the dose that makes the poison"

    Learning Objectives

    1. Review the types of radiation exposures
    2. Understand biological responses to radiation exposures.
    3. Review the effects of radiation on the foetus