The Genetic Effects of Radiation
Isaac Asimov’s book “The Genetic Effects of Radiation” offers a thorough and perceptive examination of radiation and its effects on genetics. One of the greatest science fiction authors of all time Isaac Asimov contributes his knowledge and style to this difficult subject.
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| # | Chapter | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preface and the Authors | 3:06 | |
| 2 | The Machinery of Inheritance: Introduction | 3:04 | |
| 3 | Cells and Chromosomes | 3:34 | |
| 4 | Enzymes and Genes | 4:53 | |
| 5 | Parents and Offspring | 4:04 | |
| 6 | Mutations: Sudden Change | 6:05 | |
| 7 | Spontaneous Mutations | 6:30 | |
| 8 | Genetic Load | 4:51 | |
| 9 | Mutation Rates | 5:30 | |
| 10 | Radiation: Ionizing Radiation | 6:59 | |
| 11 | Background Radiation | 4:27 | |
| 12 | Man-made Radiation | 3:27 | |
| 13 | Dose and Consequence: Radiation Sickness | 3:39 | |
| 14 | Radiation and Mutation | 9:13 | |
| 15 | Dosage Rates | 6:17 | |
| 16 | Effects on Mammals | 7:38 | |
| 17 | Conclusion | 7:42 |
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