Johnson, Thomas E. 1964-
Introduction to health physics /
Thomas E. Johnson.
- 5th ed.
- New York : McGraw-Hill Education, 2017.
- xii, 931p. : ill., graphs.
Includes bibliographical references.
Review of physical principles -- Atomic and nuclear structure -- Radiation sources -- Interaction of radiation with matter -- Radiation dosimetry -- Biological basis for radiation safety -- Radiation safety guides -- Health physics instrumentation -- External radiation safety -- Internal radiation safety -- Criticality -- Evaluation of radiation safety measures -- Nonionizing radiation safety.
9780071835275 (pbk.)
Health Physics
Radiation Protection--methods
Radiation Monitoring--methods
Radiation Injuries--prevention & control
R895 J64 2017