The Biological and Medical Effects of Radiation
The Biological and Medical Effects of Radiation
The Biological and Medical Effects of Radiation
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<strong>Radiation</strong> Poisoning<br />
• Illness <strong>and</strong> symptoms resulting from<br />
excessive exposure to radiation.<br />
Exposure may be accidental or intentional.<br />
• Due to two types <strong>of</strong> radiation<br />
• Ionizing: produces immediate chemical effects<br />
on human tissue (rays, gamma rays, <strong>and</strong><br />
particle bombardment). Can be used for<br />
medical testing <strong>and</strong> treatment, industrial <strong>and</strong><br />
manufacturing purposes, weapons <strong>and</strong><br />
weapons development, etc.
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