Which of these forms of electromagnetic radiation can contribute to an increased risk of cancer?
I. Gamma rays
II. Infrared
III. Ultraviolet
IV. Microwaves

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Gamma rays and ultraviolet radiation are known to be ionizing, which means they have enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, thus potentially causing cancer. Infrared and microwaves are non-ionizing and generally do not have enough energy to cause cancer.

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