0 a small electronic device that can be held in the hand, for measuring the level of gamma radiation (= a type of radiation with a very short wavelength that passes through most solid objects) in the environment, on equipment, etc.: --
She passed a gamma meter over the suit.
The SI unit for the readout on a gamma meter is the sievert.
Are these portable gamma meters any good?
Some types of building material can emit significant radiation, which is best assessed using a gamma meter.
NIEUWE WOORDEN
European
May 10, 2021
WOORD VAN DE DAG
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gamma meter