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For the treatment of deep seated tumors, the following rays are used.

A
X- rays and Gamma- rays
B
Alpha rays and Beta -rays
C
Electrons and positrons
D
High power laser beams
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'a' i.e. X-rays and Gamma-rays X-rays and gamma rays are electromagnetic waves with highest penetrating power.For deep seated tumours rays with maximum penetrating power is required so x-rays and gamma rays are used.Harrison 141h/e states - "Megavoltage X-rays are used to irradiate internal deep seated lesions since high energy penetrating beams deliver a less intense superficial dose and spares the skin".

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