radiosensitivity

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The relative sensitivity of cells or organisms to any form of radiation, but especially to the harmful effects of ionizing radiation

Word forms

radiosensitivity radiosensitivities

Etymology

From radio- + sensitivity.

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