Name the type of damage that would occur to human DNA following exposure to Ionising radiation

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∻Answer∻ ⚹ Types of damage to human DNA from ionising radiation include single-strand breaks, double-strand breaks, base damage, and cross-linking. ⚹ ∻Solution∻ ‖ a ⋮ Single-strand breaks (SSBs): Ionising radiation can cause breaks in one of the two strands of the DNA helix. ‖ ‖ b ⋮ Double-strand breaks (DSBs): More severe than SSBs, DSBs involve breaks in both strands of DNA, which can lead to chromosomal aberrations if not repaired correctly. ‖ ‖ c ⋮ Base damage: Ionising radiation can alter the structure of the nucleotide bases in the DNA, potentially leading to mutations during replication. ‖ ‖ d ⋮ Cross-linking: Radiation can cause the DNA strands or DNA-protein complexes to become covalently linked, interfering with replication and transcription. ‖ ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹ DNA damage from ionising radiation ⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹ Ionising radiation can cause various types of DNA damage, which can compromise genomic integrity and lead to mutations if not properly repaired. ⚹◊What are the potential effects of DNA damage caused by ionizing radiation on the human body?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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