Jayden has been asked to wear a protective vest while his dentist takes an x-ray. why is this? a) x-rays are dangerous mutagens. b) x-rays are considered poisonous. c) x-rays are harmful chemicals. d) x-rays are a result of uv radiation.

A) X-rays are dangerous mutagens.

X-rays are the rays that are used for examination of the bones and dental scans. These are potent mutagens which means they can cause mutations in the genomes of the exposed organisms after a small and direct exposure of the rays. Therefore, protection is required during handling of X ray sources, hence, dentist wear a protective vest.

the answer is letter A.

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