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irradiation

/ɪˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən/

Translations

irradiationnoun

irradiations

irradiationSens général et médical ; emploi courant en sciences et en médecine.

The irradiation of food can help to eliminate bacteria and extend shelf life.

L'irradiation des aliments peut aider à éliminer les bactéries et à prolonger la durée de conservation.

rayonnementPour le sens d'émission ou de propagation de la lumière ou d'une énergie.

The irradiation from the sun provides the Earth with the energy necessary for life.

Le rayonnement du soleil fournit à la Terre l'énergie nécessaire à la vie.

Synonyms

irradiationadjective

/ɪˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "irradiation dose").

Additional translations

irradiatifRare ; surtout dans un registre scientifique ou technique.

irradiationnoun

The process by which an object is exposed to radiation.

The irradiation of food can help to eliminate bacteria and extend shelf life.

The application of radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays, for therapeutic purposes.

Irradiation is often used in the treatment of cancer to target and destroy malignant cells.

The emission or spreading of light or other forms of energy.

The irradiation from the sun provides the Earth with the energy necessary for life.

irradiationadjective

Relating to or involving irradiation.

The irradiation dose must be carefully monitored to avoid tissue damage.