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Which kind of reaction gives off the most harmful radiation?

Correct answer A. Fission reaction

Explanation

Nuclear fission splits heavy nuclei such as uranium-235 and leaves highly radioactive fission products that emit gamma and beta radiation for long periods, unlike chemical or photochemical reactions.

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