Shielding
The placement of a high-absorption material (e.g. lead, concrete) between the source and its environment for the purpose of reducing radiation dose to workers, patients or the public.
(ICRP Publication 129, 2015)
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The placement of a high-absorption material (e.g. lead, concrete) between the source and its environment for the purpose of reducing radiation dose to workers, patients or the public.
(ICRP Publication 129, 2015)
Return to Glossary