#ionizing_radiation high-energy radiation capable of producing ionization in substances through which it passes
supertype: radiation the physical phenomenon of radiating energy in the form of waves or particles
subtype: alpha_radiation__alpha_ray__alpharay the radiation of alpha particles during radioactive decay
subtype: beta_radiation__beta_ray__electron_radiation radiation of beta particles during radioactive decay
subtype: cosmic_ray highly penetrating ionizing radiation of extraterrestrial origin; consisting chiefly of protons and alpha particles; collision with atmospheric particles results in rays and particles of many kinds
subtype: neutron_radiation__neutronradiation radiation of neutrons (as by a neutron bomb)
subtype: X_ray__X-radiation__roentgen_ray electromagnetic radiation of short wavelength produced when high-speed electrons strike a solid target
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