Gamma rays
Edited book (chapter)
Parisi, Alfio. 2008. "Gamma rays." Barnard, L., Borger, H., Coombs, J., Edwards, C., Jackson, H., Lord, M. and Paine, N. (ed.) Scientifica: the comprehensive guide to the world of science : mathematics, physics, astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, medicine. Elanora Heights, Australia. Millennium House. pp. 62-63
Chapter Title | Gamma rays |
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Book Chapter Category | Edited book (chapter) |
ERA Publisher ID | 2649 |
Book Title | Scientifica: the comprehensive guide to the world of science : mathematics, physics, astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, medicine |
Authors | |
Author | Parisi, Alfio |
Editors | Barnard, L., Borger, H., Coombs, J., Edwards, C., Jackson, H., Lord, M. and Paine, N. |
Page Range | 62-63 |
Number of Pages | 2 |
Year | 2008 |
Publisher | Millennium House |
Place of Publication | Elanora Heights, Australia |
ISBN | 9781921209222 |
Abstract | Gamma rays are a form of high energy emitted from the nucleus of an atom when the nucleus releases energy to move to a state of lower energy. Although damaging to living tissue, gamma rays can also be used beneficially in medicine for both treatment and diagnosis. |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 321110. Radiation therapy |
510601. Nuclear physics | |
370106. Atmospheric radiation | |
Public Notes | Scientific encyclopaedia |
Byline Affiliations | Department of Biological and Physical Sciences |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
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