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Irradiation

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irradiation)

Irradiation is the process by which an object is exposed to radiation. The exposure can originate from various sources, including natural sources. Most frequently the term refers to ionizing radiation, and to a level of radiation that will serve a specific purpose, rather than radiation exposure to normal levels of background radiation. (Wikipedia)

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Radiosensitivity

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Approved Date
14-Dec-2012

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