Radiation Protection and Dosimetry
| Author | : Michael G. Stabin |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 390 |
| Release | : 2007-09-12 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780387499833 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0387499830 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (830 Downloads) |
Download or read book Radiation Protection and Dosimetry written by Michael G. Stabin and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-09-12 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive yet accessible overview of all relevant topics in the field of radiation protection (health physics). The text is organized to introduce the reader to basic principles of radiation emission and propagation, to review current knowledge and historical aspects of the biological effects of radiation, and to cover important operational topics such as radiation shielding and dosimetry. The author’s website contains materials for instructors including PowerPoint slides for lectures and worked-out solutions to end-of-chapter exercises. The book serves as an essential handbook for practicing health physics professionals.
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