On the job, Mr. Williams was exposed to high doses of radiation. Because of this exposure, when planning their family, the Williams' should be concerned about
A) germline mutation.
B) somatic mutation.
C) polygenic inheritance.
D) chromosomal abnormalities.

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Exposure to high doses of radiation can cause genetic mutations in the germ cells (sperm or eggs) which can be passed on to offspring. This is known as germline mutation. Somatic mutations, polygenic inheritance, and chromosomal abnormalities may also occur as a result of radiation exposure, but they would not necessarily impact the genetic makeup of offspring. Therefore, option A is the best choice to consider when planning a family after exposure to high doses of radiation.

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