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What are the hazards of radioactive substances and radiation?

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  • The central nervous system is affected by radioactive radiations. 
  • Hereditary defects are generated by bombardment of radiation on D.N.A in the body.
  • Radioactive radiation can penetrate the skin, and causes diseases like skin cancer, leukemia.
  • The radiative pollutants created due to explosions enter the body through air and it is difficult to control them.
  • The radioactive pollutants released in the sea enter the bodies of fishes and through them enter the human body.
  • The radioactive paint on the watch can cause cancer.
  • The radioactive isotopes strontium-90 can enter the body through plants, fruits, flowers, cereals, milk, etc. and cause diseases like bone cancer, leukemia.

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