Nikolas
Created page with "* Basics of radiation ** Alpha radiation consists of helium nuclei ** Beta radiation consists of electrons ** Gamma radiation consists of photons (electromagnetic radiation) * Units related to radiation ** Gray (Gy) = absorbed dose ** Sievert (Sv) = equivalent/effective dose * Ionizing radiation ** Mostly gamma rays ** Alpha and beta radiation has low penetrating power and therefore only causes disease if inhaled *** Radon can be inhaled, and it gives alpha radiation **..."
