General science UPPSC 1999 GS-I
Question

Which one of the following human organs is less susceptible to harmful radiations?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Brain

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Brain”.

The brain has been considered a radiation-resistant organ, on which only very high doses have been thought to have harmful effects.

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