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radiation

[rey-dee-ey-shuhn] / ˌreɪ diˈeɪ ʃən /




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But Kryptonite radiation got to Kara’s parents anyway; they sent her to Earth as a teenager, it had a terrible impact — blah, blah, you get the picture.

From Salon • Jun. 27, 2026

This absorbs radiation more quickly, meaning extreme melting produces an accelerating feedback effect, worsening the situation even further.

From Barron's • Jun. 27, 2026

Even then, only part of that UV radiation is practical for technological applications.

From Science Daily • Jun. 26, 2026

Levels of UV radiation vary throughout the day, with the highest readings over a four-hour period when the sun is at its highest - usually from late morning to early afternoon.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

In public statements, they tried to walk a fine line between keeping people informed about radiation leaks that could affect them and holding back details so people wouldn’t experience unnecessary fear.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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