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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Irradiation Irradiation The term 'Irradiation' as it applies to the area of nuclear science can be defined as ' Exposure to ionizing radiation. Irradiation may be intentional, such as in cancer treatments or in sterilizing medical instruments. Irradiation may also be accidental, such as being exposed to an unshielded source. Irradiation does not usually result in radioactive contamination, but damage can occur, depending on the dose received. '. Previous 5 Terms: iriscope IRM Iron and steel industry irradiance Irradiated nuclear fuel Next 5 Terms: Irradiation irrational numbers irregular polygon irregular waves Irretrievable 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.