10 Questions
What is the primary effect of radiation on the viscosity of a DNA solution?
It reduces the viscosity of the solution
What type of lesion is characterized by a change that results in the impairment or loss of function at a single chemical bond?
Point lesion
In which stage of the cell cycle does the DNA separate into two daughter DNA molecules?
S phase
What is the primary function of chromosomes in a cell?
To control the growth and development of the cell
What is the effect of radiation on proteins in a cell?
It has no effect on proteins
What is the result of cross-linking in a macromolecular solution?
It increases the viscosity of the solution
What is the primary molecule affected by radiation in a cell?
DNA
What is the purpose of measuring viscosity in a macromolecular solution?
To determine the degree of main-chain scission
What is the structure of DNA during the G1 phase of interphase?
Double-stranded
What is the effect of radiation on the size of macromolecules?
It reduces the size of the macromolecules
This quiz covers the effects of radiation on DNA, including chromosome aberrations, cell death, and tissue damage. It also explores the deterministic and stochastic effects of radiation, including genetic mutations and radiation-induced malignant disease.
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