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lead equivalent

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lead equivalent
[led]
the thickness of lead required to achieve the same shielding effect against radiation, under specified conditions, as that provided by a given material.

equivalent,
n a state where there is an equal in force, value, measure, or effect; corresponding in function.
equivalent, aluminum,
n the thickness of pure aluminum affording the same radiation attenuation, under specified conditions, as the material or materials being considered.
equivalent, concrete,
n the thickness of concrete having a density of 2.35 g/cm3 that would afford the same radiation attenuation, under specified conditions, as the material or materials being considered.
equivalent, lead,
n the thickness of pure lead that would afford the same radiation attenuation, under specified conditions, as the material or materials being considered.


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