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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Radiation (ionizing radiation) Radiation (ionizing radiation) The term 'Radiation (ionizing radiation)' as it applies to the area of nuclear science can be defined as ' Alpha particles, beta particles, gamma rays, x-rays, neutrons, high-speed electrons, high-speed protons, and other particles capable of producing ions. Radiation, as used in 10 CFR Part 20, does not include non-ionizing radiation, such as radio- or microwaves, or visible, infrared, or ultraviolet light (see also 10 CFR 20.1003). For additional detail, see Radiation, ionizing. '. Previous 5 Terms: Radiant barrier Radiant ceiling panels Radiant energy radiant flux density Radiation Next 5 Terms: Radiation area radiation balance radiation budget Radiation detection instrument Radiation Fog About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.