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Less radiosensitive cells would have which of the following characteristics?

1. immaturity. 2. high specialization (differentiation). 3. high rate of proliferation

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Less radiosensitive cells would have a high specialization (differentiation) and a high rate of proliferation.

Step-by-step explanation:

Radiosensitivity refers to the sensitivity of cells or tissues to the damaging effects of radiation. Cells that are highly specialized and have a high rate of proliferation are generally less radiosensitive because they are more differentiated and have a stronger ability to repair themselves.

For example, cells in the bone marrow, which are constantly dividing to produce new blood cells, are more radiosensitive because they have a high rate of proliferation. On the other hand, cells in the brain, which are highly specialized and have low rates of proliferation, are less radiosensitive.

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