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This chapter reviews basic concepts of radiation therapy physics. Knowledge of photon interaction with tissue is assessed. In addition, properties of radiation and isotopes are tested. Questions regarding units of radiation are also included.

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  1. University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, WI, USA

    Amy Heath MS, RT(T)

  2. University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse, LaCrosse, WI, USA

    Amy Heath MS, RT(T)

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Heath, A. (2016). Radiation Physics. In: Radiation Therapy Study Guide. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-3258-0_1

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