radiation
US /ˌreɪ.diˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌreɪ.diˈeɪ.ʃən/
1.
straling, emissie
the emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles, especially high-energy particles that cause ionization
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Exposure to high levels of radiation can be harmful.
Blootstelling aan hoge niveaus van straling kan schadelijk zijn.
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The sun emits various forms of radiation, including ultraviolet light.
De zon zendt verschillende vormen van straling uit, waaronder ultraviolet licht.
2.
straling, uitstraling
the divergence of light or other electromagnetic radiation from a central point
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The radiation of heat from the fireplace warmed the room.
De straling van warmte uit de open haard verwarmde de kamer.
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The study focused on the radiation patterns of antennas.
De studie richtte zich op de stralingspatronen van antennes.