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Nuclear & particle physics
Of or realting to the field of physics that involves the properties and interactions of atomic nuclei.
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health physics
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
That science devoted to recognition, evaluation, and control of all health hazards from ionizing radiation.
induced radioactivity
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
Radioactivity that is created by bombarding a substance with neutrons in a reactor or with charged particles produced by particle accelerators.
ion
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
Atom, molecule, or molecular fragment carrying a positive or negative electrical charge.
ionization
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
The production of ions from neutral atoms or molecules by some process. For example, exposure to ionizing radiation.
ionizing radiation
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
Radiation that is capable of producing ions either directly or indirectly.
isolation
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
Inhibiting the migration of radioactive material to the extent that the amounts entering the accessible environment will not exceed prescribed limits.
