What does radiation mean?
noun
The process in which energy is transmitted in the form of electromagnetic waves, or the emission of such waves from a source, such as the sun or a radioactive substance. Radiation can also refer to the emission of high-energy particles, such as alpha, beta, or gamma rays.
Example
"The hospital took precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients undergoing medical imaging tests."
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