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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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Radioactive waste
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
Materials which are radioactive and for which there is no further use.
Alpha particle
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A positively charged particle (a Helium-4 nucleus) made up of two neutrons and two protons. It is emitted in the radioactive decay of certain radioactive atoms and is identical to the nucleus of the ...
Absorber
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
Any material that stops ionising radiation. Lead, concrete, and steel attenuate gamma rays. A thin sheet of paper or metal will stop or absorb alpha particles and most beta particles.
Acceptable level of risk
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A level of risk associated with a particular activity at which dangers are acceptable to the evaluator.
Absorbed dose
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
The amount of radiation energy absorbed, especially by human tissue; measured in rads.
Accessible environment
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
The area surrounding a nuclear waste disposal site.
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