Which of the following is most susceptible to ionizing radiation?
High-Yield Explanation
Tissues that have high sensitivity are lymphoid organs, bone marrow, testes, intestines, mucous membranes.
Tissues with intermediate sensitivity are fine vasculature, growing cartilage & cartilage, salivary glands, lungs, kidneys and liver.
Tissues with low sensitivity include optic lens, mature erythrocytes, muscle cells and neurons.