A1 noun Neutre

radiation

/ˌreɪ.diˈeɪ.ʃən/

Radiation is energy that travels through space as waves or very small particles. It comes from natural sources like the sun and from machines like X-rays in hospitals.

Exemples

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1

The sun sends radiation to Earth to give us light and heat.

The sun sends energy to the Earth to provide light and warmth.

2

The doctor measured the levels of radiation in the room.

The physician checked how much energy was present in the area.

3

Don't worry, the radiation from your phone is very low.

Do not be afraid because the energy from your mobile device is not high.

Famille de mots

Nom
radiation
Verb
radiate
Adverbe
radiantly
Adjectif
radiant
Apparenté
radiator
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'radio' sending out 'action' (waves) in all directions: Radio-Action.

Quiz rapide

Sunscreen helps protect your skin from the sun's ___.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : radiation

Exemples

1

The sun sends radiation to Earth to give us light and heat.

everyday

The sun sends energy to the Earth to provide light and warmth.

2

The doctor measured the levels of radiation in the room.

formal

The physician checked how much energy was present in the area.

3

Don't worry, the radiation from your phone is very low.

informal

Do not be afraid because the energy from your mobile device is not high.

4

Scientists are studying how solar radiation affects the atmosphere.

academic

Researchers are looking at how energy from the sun changes the air around Earth.

5

The company must follow safety rules regarding nuclear radiation.

business

The business has to obey laws about safety for nuclear energy.

Famille de mots

Nom
radiation
Verb
radiate
Adverbe
radiantly
Adjectif
radiant
Apparenté
radiator

Collocations courantes

solar radiation energy from the sun
radiation levels the amount of radiation
nuclear radiation energy from atoms
ultraviolet radiation UV light from the sun
exposure to radiation being near radiation

Phrases Courantes

radiation therapy

using radiation to treat cancer

background radiation

natural radiation that is always around us

radiation poisoning

sickness caused by too much radiation

Souvent confondu avec

radiation vs radioactivity

Radioactivity is the process of breaking down atoms, while radiation is the energy that is sent out during that process.

radiation vs radiator

A radiator is a machine used to heat a room, whereas radiation is a type of energy.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'radiation' when talking about energy moving through the air. While it often sounds scary, remember that light and heat are also types of radiation.

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Erreurs courantes

Some learners think radiation is only something dangerous from nuclear bombs, but it is also a natural part of sunlight.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'radio' sending out 'action' (waves) in all directions: Radio-Action.

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Origine du mot

From the Latin word 'radiatio', which means 'a shining' or 'sending out rays'.

Modèles grammaticaux

uncountable noun often used after adjectives like 'solar' or 'nuclear' usually followed by 'from' (radiation from the sun)
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Contexte culturel

In modern culture, radiation is often linked to science fiction movies or historical events like Chernobyl.

Quiz rapide

Sunscreen helps protect your skin from the sun's ___.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : radiation

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