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X-rays are a form of ionizing radiation, which means they have enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, potentially causing damage to cellular structures, particularly DNA. This damage can lead to mutations and, if the body's repair mechanisms fail to correct these mutations, it may result in conditions like cancer that can impact longevity.
X-rays are a form of ionizing radiation, which means they have enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, potentially causing damage to cellular structures, particularly DNA. This damage can lead to mutations and, if the body's repair mechanisms fail to correct these mutations, it may result in conditions like cancer that can impact longevity.


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