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ionizing radiationRadiation that removes electrons from atoms during its passage, thereby leaving ions in its path. Alpha and beta particles are far more ionizing in their effect than are neutrons or gamma radiation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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We have also learned about the human health effects of low-level radiation exposure on workers exposed in the nuclear industry, most recently summarized in the BEIR (Biological Effects of Ionizing Radiation) VII report [National Academy of Sciences (NAS) 2005]. Electron beam radiation is an ionizing type of radiation that is capable of introducing profound changes of organic matter. Cincinnati, uses a small amount of compressed air to establish a uniform sheet of air flow filled with positive and negative ions from an electrically powered ionizing bar. |
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