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Were organisms a billion years ago exposed to ionizing radiation than similar organisms today? Explain.

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The presence of radioactive nuclei increases exposure.

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Definition of Ionizing radiation

Ionizing radiation is a type of energy that removes electrons from atoms and molecules in a variety of materials, including air, water, and living tissue.

02

Determining ionizing radiation

Organisms billions of years ago were more exposed to natural cosmic ray radiation. Because our atmosphere is still developing, there is a greater amount of uranium and other radioactive nuclei.

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