UV radiations are used in the treatment of tumours; they are also used in certain type of skin infections and bone diseases. The statements are
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UV radiations are used in the treatment of tumours; they are also used in certain type of skin infections and bone diseases. The statements are
- partly true
- true
- false
- true for tumours only
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - partly true
UV radiation is used for some skin conditions and to treat bone disease such as rickets (via vitamin D), but tumours are treated with X-rays or gamma rays, not UV. So the statements are partly true, and the tumour part is the wrong one.
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