Low dose rates are less efficient at producing damage than high dose rates. true or false
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Dose rate refers to the amount of radiation energy absorbed per unit time. High dose rates mean that a larger amount of radiation is delivered in a shorter period, while low dose rates deliver smaller amounts over a longer period. Show more…
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