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1) Radiation
Author
Publisher
Ecco Press; [distributed by Viking Press
Pub. Date
1973]
Language
English
2) Radiation
Author
Language
English
Description
"Radiation" offers a comprehensive exploration of one of nature's most pervasive yet misunderstood phenomena. This groundbreaking book delves into the nature of radiation, its diverse sources, and its impact on life and the cosmos, presenting a balanced view that acknowledges both the risks and benefits of this fundamental aspect of our universe. From cosmic rays to radioactive decay, the book illuminates how radiation shapes our world in ways both...
3) Radiation
Publisher
Rumur Films
Pub. Date
1999.
Language
English
Description
Unai is a cynical Spaniard who books American indie bands up and down the Iberian peninsula. Exhausted and disenchanted, at the tail end of youth, with nothing to show for his years of struggle beyond an empty wallet and a tenacious speed habit, Unai struggles to remember why he got into rock and roll in the first place. Then he meets Mary, an impulsive Lower East Side artist who captivates him with a punk spirit he feels he has lost. He invites her...
4) Radiation
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English
Description
In their second big adventure, Omen and his giant talking cat, Tormy, journey to a blighted land to rescue a doomed child. But the fateful quest entwines their lives with an ancient curse, and Omen has to risk everything for the sake of the innocent he refuses to abandon. Aided by his magic-wielding family, the guardian dragons of Melia, and an unexpected friend, Omen must confront cataclysmic evil. But how can anyone stand against the immortal wrath...
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English
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"Winner of the 2017 PROSE Award in History of Science, Medicine & Technology, Association of American Publishers" "Winner of the 2017 AIP Science Writing Award for Books, American Institute of Physics" "One of Smithsonian Magazine's Best Science Books of 2016" "#6 on The Telegraph's Top 50 Books of the Year 2016" "One of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2016" "One of Physics World's Top Ten Books of the Year, 2016" "Shortlisted for Physics...
Author
Publisher
Penguin Books
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
An accessible explanation of how radiation affects everyday life illuminates the history, meaning and health implications of radiation through 100 lighthearted essays that cover everything from x-rays and cell phones to nuclear energy and exposure risks.
Author
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
"A clarifying, fascinating, urgently needed book on radiation--what it is, what should and shouldn't concern us about it, and what place radiation and radiation-related technologies have in our world. The universe and our galaxy and planet Earth were born in a nuclear explosion. We live on a radioactive planet, and without radiation there would be no life here. While radiation can be dangerous, it is also deeply misunderstood and often mistakenly...
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English
Description
Various nuclear techniques have led to opportunities to enhance quality of life through services offered by ionizing radiation facilities (IRFs). National nuclear institutions, universities, medical centres, and private companies have established and used IRFs not only for research and development purposes but also for the provision of commercial services and goods. This publication provides guidance for organizations and institutions working on IRF...
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Language
English
Description
Break down the science of space radiation in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Space Science: The Breakdown, older readers can explore the science of space while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency.
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English
Description
Author Toney Allman discusses the devastating effects of radiation sickness. After exploring the fundamentals of radiation and the various methods of possible radiation exposure, Allman uses examples from Chernobyl, the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, as well as other radiation events, to outline the stages and syndromes associated with radiation exposure. The book also addresses the current concern for better treatment options and ongoing tests...
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