Document Details
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Title:
The Genetic Effects of Radiation
Author(s):
Subject Terms:
Understanding the Atom Series
Document Type:
BOOK
Publication Date:
1966 Jan 01
Accession Number:
Atom67
Document Number(s):
None
Originating Research Org.:
US Atomic Energy Commission (AEC)
OpenNet Entry Date:
2014 Oct 15
OpenNet Modified Date:
2014 Oct 15
Description/Abstract:
This booklet discusses genetics, and how radiation can cause mutations, where chromosomes undergo serious structural or chemical changes so new characteristics are produced.