Definition of Alpha radiation

1. Noun. The radiation of alpha particles during radioactive decay.

Exact synonyms: Alpha Ray
Generic synonyms: Ionizing Radiation, Corpuscular Radiation, Particulate Radiation

Definition of Alpha radiation

1. Noun. (physics) The radiation of alpha particles as a result of radioactive decay. ¹

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Medical Definition of Alpha radiation

1. The most easily absorbable type of radiation, it consists of a stream of alpha particles, doubly ionised helium nuclei which are electrically charged and produce intense ionisation in matter. Alpha radiation can be deflected in electromagnetic fields. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Alpha Radiation

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alpha iron
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alpha methyl dopa
alpha mucase
alpha particle
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alpha privata
alpha privative
alpha privatives
alpha privativum
alpha radiation (current term)
alpha ray
alpha rays
alpha receptor
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alpha units
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alpha viruses
alpha wave

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