Human Heredity: Principles and Issues
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ISBN: 9781305683952
Author: Michael Cummings
Publisher: Cengage Learning US
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Chapter 11.4, Problem 2EG
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To explain: The health risks associated with irradiated foods.
Introduction: The irradiation of food involves the exposure of food and food packaging products to the ionizing radiations. The radiations used for irradiation can be gamma rays and X-rays. It helps in the sterilization of food products.
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