Which one of the following is considered to be ionizing radiation ?
A) radio waves
B) X- rays
C) infrared radiation
D) microwaves
E) visible light

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Ionizing radiation refers to any type of radiation that carries enough energy to ionize atoms/molecules and knock electrons off them, creating charged particles (ions). X-rays are a type of ionizing radiation, while radio waves, infrared radiation, microwaves, and visible light are non-ionizing radiation.

Which One of the Following Is Considered to Be Ionizing