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low-level radiation

Electromagnetic waves at intensity levels below that known to cause obvious damage to living things. Low-level radiation includes that emitted by power lines, nuclear power plants, and appliances such as electric blankets, television sets, and computer terminals.
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Radiation leaps after Japan plant blasts; Tokyo gets warning
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