SOME OBSERVATIONS ON THE BIOCHEMICAL EFFECTS OF X-RADIATION
Difficulties encountered in attempting to assess or compare the available experimental data on biochemical effects of radiation are reviewed. Topics discussed in detail include enzyme inactivation, oxidation and phosphorylation reactions, and the response of nucleic acids to radiation. Nuclear-cytoplasmic interactions are considered, and it is concluded that recovery of the cell will depend on the ability of its cytoplasm to overcome the nuclear damage. If cells in some vital tissue sre unable to overcome the defect, death of the animal must ensue. 114 references. (C.H.)
- Research Organization:
- Oxford Univ.
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- NSA Number:
- NSA-13-016073
- OSTI ID:
- 4254816
- Journal Information:
- Radiation Research Suppl., Journal Name: Radiation Research Suppl. Vol. Vol: No. 1
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- English
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