Applied radiation biology and protection
Written by two eminent expects in the field with many years of teaching experience between them, this book presents a concise coverage of the physical and biological basics of radiation biology and protection. The book begins with a description of the methods of particle detection and dosimetric evaluation. The effects of ionizing radiation on man are treated from the initial physico-chemical phase of interaction to their conceivable pathological consequences. Regulations, limits and safeguards on nuclear power plants, radioisotope installations and medical centers which make use of ionizing radiation are given and the risks of exposure to natural, industrial and scientific radiation sources evaluated. The final chapter takes a look at some of the more important nuclear accidents, including Windscale, Three Mile Island, and Chernobyl, and describes basic procedures to be carried out in the eventuality of a nuclear emergency. Twelve chapters have been processed separately for inclusion in the appropriate data bases.
- OSTI ID:
- 7203500
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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ABSTRACTS
BIOLOGICAL EFFECTS
BIOLOGICAL RADIATION EFFECTS
BIOLOGY
DOCUMENT TYPES
HAZARDS
HEALTH HAZARDS
IONIZING RADIATIONS
LEADING ABSTRACT
RADIATION EFFECTS
RADIATION HAZARDS
RADIATION PROTECTION
RADIATIONS
RADIOBIOLOGY