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OverviewAn Introduction to Radiation Protection is an accessible account of the nature of the hazards presented by ionizing radiation and the methods of protection, for those new to the field and for the non-specialist. This book takes the reader through the general background to the subject, the technical principles underlying the control of radiation hazards, the biological effects of radiation, and radiation detection and measurement. These are followed by a consideration of more specialized topics including radiation protection in medicine and in the nuclear power industry, radioactive waste management and radiological emergencies. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Alan Martin , Samuel A. Harbison , Alan Martin , Jo KosterPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Hodder Arnold Edition: 5th New edition Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.20cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.380kg ISBN: 9780340885437ISBN 10: 0340885432 Pages: 200 Publication Date: 30 June 2006 Audience: College/higher education , Undergraduate Replaced By: 9781444146073 Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Out of stock Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationAlan Martin formerly ran the consultancy Alan Martin Associates, UK Sam Harbison is a Health & Safety Consultant based in Kent, UK and was formerly Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Nuclear Installations, Health & Safety Executive, UK Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |