WILL GIVE BRAINLIEST IF CORRECT

High-energy radiation is often used to treat cancer. Which statement best explains why this treatment is effective?

A. The radiation kills cancer cells but leaves healthy cells intact.
B. The radiation is especially damaging to cancer cells because of their high rate of mitosis.
C. The radiation is especially damaging to cancer cells because of their genetic composition.
D. The radiation kills cancer cells and healthy cells equally, but is directed precisely at cancer cells.