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The treatment of cancer with X-rays or g...

The treatment of cancer with X-rays or `gamma`-rays is called:

A

Radiotherapy

B

Chemotherapy

C

Hormone therapy

D

Immunotherapy

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the term used for the treatment of cancer using X-rays or gamma rays. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Radiotherapy - B) Chemotherapy - C) Hormone therapy - D) Immunotherapy 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **A) Radiotherapy**: This is a treatment that uses high doses of radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays, to kill or damage cancer cells. - **B) Chemotherapy**: This involves using chemical substances to treat diseases, primarily cancer, but is not specifically related to radiation. - **C) Hormone therapy**: This treatment involves manipulating hormone levels to treat certain types of cancer, not using radiation. - **D) Immunotherapy**: This is a treatment that uses the body's immune system to fight cancer, which does not involve radiation. 4. **Selecting the Correct Answer**: Based on the definitions and the specific use of X-rays and gamma rays, the correct answer is **A) Radiotherapy**. 5. **Conclusion**: The treatment of cancer with X-rays or gamma rays is called radiotherapy. ---
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