Which of these forms of electromagnetic radiation can contribute to an increased risk of cancer?
I. Gamma radiation
II. Infrared radiation
III. Ultraviolet radiation
IV. Microwave radiation
A) I only
B) I and II
C) II and III
D) I and III
E) I, II, and III

Question

Which of these forms of electromagnetic radiation can contribute to an increased risk of cancer?
I. Gamma radiation
II. Infrared  radiation
III. Ultraviolet  radiation
IV. Microwave  radiation
A) I only
B) I and II
C) II and III
D) I and III
E) I, II, and III

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Gamma radiation and ultraviolet radiation can contribute to an increased risk of cancer. Infrared radiation and microwave radiation are not ionizing and do not have enough energy to cause cancer.

Which of These Forms of Electromagnetic Radiation Can Contribute to an Increased