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Radiation Protection
We prevent harmful exposure to radiation by controlling distance, shielding, and time.

Distance-The farther you are from a source of radiation, the less radiation exposure you will receive.

Shielding - Material placed between you and a source of radiation will provide a degree of protection.

Time - Reducing the time you are exposed to a radiation source will result in lower radiation exposure.



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