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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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terrestrial radiation
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
The portion of natural radiation (background) that is emitted by naturally occurring radioactive materials in the Earth.
tracer
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A small amount of radioactive isotope introduced into a system in order to follow the behavior of some component of that system.
transition
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
The process of changing from one state or style to another; change from one element to another due to the process of radioactive decay.
transmutation
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
The transformation of one element into another by a nuclear reaction.
transuranic
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
Having an atomic number greater than 92; elements with atomic numbers higher than the atomic number for uranium (92).
ultraviolet light
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
Light with wavelength shorter than visible light, but longer than X-rays.
uranium
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A naturally occurring radioactive element with the atomic number 92 and an atomic weight of approximately 238.
