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Also known as Gy

SI unit of absorbed dose of ionizing radiation

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Gray is the standard unit used to measure how much ionizing radiation (like X-rays or gamma rays) is absorbed by matter or living tissue. It matters because scientists and medical professionals use this measurement to understand radiation exposure levels and assess potential health risks from radiation treatments or accidents.

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Gray, Gy, är SI-enheten för absorberad dos, det vill säga hur mycket joniserande strålning som absorberats. 1 Gy är en joule per kilogram. Enheten infördes i stället för Joule per kilogram för livsfaran om man gör fel vid enheterna. Gray har ersatt den äldre enheten rad. 1 Gy = 100 rad. Enheten uppkallades 1975 efter .

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