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Most forms of Radiation do not induce a state of Radioactivity in the target. Examples of this include Gamma Rays , Electron Beams or X-rays if employed at or below the energy levels permited by national and international regulatory agencies for industrial applications. Gamma Rays and X-rays are very-short-wavelength Electromagnetic Radiation consisting of Photons that penetrate through solid matter until they scatter Electrons from Molecules by means of the Compton Effect or at lower levels the Photoelectric Effect . These electrons then induce the desired effects in the material, by destroying Pathogen DNA or improving material characteristics. Electron Beam irradiation employs electrons, but has a much lower power of penetration. If administered at appropriate levels, all of these forms of radiation can be used to Sterilize objects, a technique used in the production of medical instruments and disposables, such as Syringe s as well as in the disinfestation and sterilization of Food . Irradiation can further more be used in Cross-polymerization of Plastics or to improve material qualities of Semi-precious Stones . Irradiation is also employed to prevent sprouting of certain cereals, onions, potatoes and garlic. During the 2001 Anthrax Attacks , the US Postal Service Irradiated Mail to protect members of the US government and other possible targets. This can be of some concern to people, including artists; according to the ART in Embassies programme "incoming mail is irradiated, and the process destroys slides, transparencies and disks." {Link without Title} SEE ALSO |
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