Variations in Radiation Recognition by the Mouse
- 1 October 1962
- journal article
- research article
- Published by JSTOR in Radiation Research
- Vol. 17 (4) , 514-+
- https://doi.org/10.2307/3571177
Abstract
An annular test cage was used to study the behavior pattern of mice free to choose either an irradiated or a shielded environment. At 50 r/min beam recognition appears and is reflected in various combinations of beam avoidance and a confusion pattern, which leads some animals to prefer radiation to shelter. There are only quantitative differences between strains. The relative lack of response with very soft X-rays suggests that lower centers of the central nervous system are primarily involved.Keywords
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