"The Genetic Effects of Radiation" by Isaac Asimov is a mid-20th century scientific work that explains the connection between genetics, mutations, and radiation’s effects. The publication examines how different kinds of radiation can cause changes in genetic material, combining the fields of genetics and radiobiology. It discusses the parts of cells, like chromosomes, genes, and enzymes, and their jobs in genetic expression. The book also talks about mutations that happen on their own and those caused by radiation, explaining how different amounts of radiation can lead to harmful mutations, along with exploring the impact of both natural and human-made radiation sources, and the effects of radiation exposure; cancer and genetic disorders, are particularly noted. The publication stresses the importance of carefully controlling radiation exposure to reduce its negative genetic effects on future generations.
The Genetic Effects of Radiation
By Isaac Asimov
Uncover the hidden dangers of radiation's impact on our genes, as scientists dissect the unseen world where atomic energy meets hereditary mutations.
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About the AuthorIsaac Asimov was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. During his lifetime, Asimov was considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke. A prolific writer, he wrote or edited more than 500 books. He also wrote an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. Best known for his hard science fiction, Asimov also wrote mysteries and fantasy, as well as popular science and other non-fiction.
Isaac Asimov was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. During his lifetime, Asimov was considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke. A prolific writer, he wrote or edited more than 500 books. He also wrote an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. Best known for his hard science fiction, Asimov also wrote mysteries and fantasy, as well as popular science and other non-fiction.
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