Written by a best-selling authority in the field, this manual/workbook examines how we can protect people from the hazards of radiation or prevent damage from radiation exposure, while still making full use of this widely-varied form of energy. Over 800 worked examples illustrate and emphasize basic health physics concepts and principles. The book can serve as a study guide for Part I of the American Board of Health's Physics (ABHP) exam. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.