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lead equivalent

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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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