A person is most likely to experience serious tissue damage when exposed to which of the following forms of electromagnetic radiation?
A)microwaves
B)ultraviolet
C)radio waves
D)x-rays

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X-rays have higher energy and shorter wavelengths than ultraviolet, radio waves, and microwaves, which makes them more capable of causing damage to living tissues. X-rays can penetrate deep into the body and disrupt cellular function, causing mutations and potentially leading to cancer.

A Person Is Most Likely to Experience Serious Tissue Damage