Radiation biology
Radiation Biology
Radiation Biology (pronunciation: /ˌreɪdiːˈeɪʃən baɪˈɒlədʒi/) is a field of Biology that involves the study of the action of Ionizing radiation on living organisms.
Etymology
The term "Radiation Biology" is derived from the Latin word 'radiatio', meaning 'shining', and the Greek word 'βιολογία', meaning 'study of life'.
Overview
Radiation Biology is concerned with the effects of radiation on biological systems, particularly the damage caused by ionizing radiation to DNA and other key cellular structures. This field of study is crucial in understanding the risks associated with radiation exposure, particularly in the context of Radiation therapy for cancer treatment, nuclear accidents, and occupational radiation exposure.
Related Terms
- Ionizing radiation: This is a type of energy released by atoms that travels in the form of electromagnetic waves or particles. It has enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, thus creating ions.
- DNA: Deoxyribonucleic acid, a self-replicating material present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes. It is the carrier of genetic information.
- Radiation therapy: Also known as radiotherapy, it is a therapy using ionizing radiation, generally as part of cancer treatment to control or kill malignant cells.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Radiation biology
- Wikipedia's article - Radiation biology
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