Answer to Question #104920 in Chemistry for Philip

Question #104920
I want to know if x ray is better than gamma ray in killing cancerous tumor in the body and why
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Expert's answer
2020-03-12T07:44:10-0400

There is no difference. The mechanism of action of both types of radiation is the same. Also , for ionizing radiations such as low LET X-rays and gamma-rays, 60% of cellular damage is caused by the indirect effects.


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