The emission and movement of electromagnetic or particulate energy through space is known as:

a. ionization.
b. radiation.
c. radioactivity.
d. the formation of ion pairs.

b. Radiation is defined as the emission and movement of energy through space in the form of electromagnetic radiation (x- and gamma rays) or particulate radiation (alpha and beta particles).

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The root operation for the procedure, "tubal ligation of the fallopian tubes" is called a(n) _____.

A. extirpation B. ablation C. resection D. occlusion

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