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A patient is receiving treatments for brain cancer. Which electromagnetic waves are most likely being used as part of the treatment?

A)infrared
B)ultraviolet
C)microwave
D)gamma ray

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Gamma rays, or rather gamma radiation are most commonly used.
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Answer;

D) Gamma ray

Step-by-step explanation;

-Electromagnetic Waves may help fight Brain cancer. The use of electromagnetic radiations or waves to treat cancer is called radiation therapy, in which cancer treatment uses high doses of radiations to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.

-Gamma rays or gamma radiations are the main electromagnetic radiations used for this radiation therapy.

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