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neutron radiation

/ˈnjuːtrɒn ˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən/

Traduction: Type de rayonnement ionisant composé de neutrons libres, généralement émis lors de réactions de fission ou de fusion nucléaires, capable de pénétrer les matériaux et de provoquer des dommages aux tissus biologiques.

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/ˈnjuːtrɒn ˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən/C1formalscientific
  • frType de rayonnement ionisant composé de neutrons libres, généralement émis lors de réactions de fission ou de fusion nucléaires, capable de pénétrer les matériaux et de provoquer des dommages aux tissus biologiques.

A type of ionizing radiation consisting of free neutrons, typically emitted during nuclear fission or fusion reactions, capable of penetrating materials and causing damage to biological tissues.

  1. Ionizing radiation from neutronsC2formal

    A type of ionizing radiation consisting of free neutrons, typically emitted during nuclear fission or fusion reactions, which can penetrate materials and cause material damage or biological harm.

    frrayonnement neutronique

    • Neutron radiation is a significant hazard in nuclear reactor environments.
    • Shielding against neutron radiation often requires materials rich in hydrogen, like water or polyethylene.
    • Exposure to high levels of neutron radiation can induce radioactivity in materials.