Dosimeter
(noun)
A device or equipment that is used to measure the amount of ionizing radiation received by an individual or a material.
Origin:
From the greek word "dos" meaning dose and "metron" meaning measure, a device or equipment that is used to measure the amount of ionizing radiation received by an individual or a material.
Examples:
- The workers wear dosimeters to monitor their exposure to radiation.
- The dosimeter can measure different types of radiation.
- The dosimeter will help to determine if the radiation levels are safe.
- The dosimeter is a crucial tool in radiation safety.
- A dosimeter is used to measure the radiation exposure of people working in nuclear facilities.