The amount of work performed per unit of time.This expresses the rate of transfer of energy from one form to another.Its unit of measure is Watt (W).

Quantitative data processing based on the results of different studies investigating the same research problem and conducted using comparable research methodologies.

Related to the functioning of the organs of a living organism.

A basic particle representing a unit of energy of electromagnetic power. The photon has the characteristics of a wave and a particle

Addition of a specific chemical group, Phosphoryl – PO₃^2-, to a molecule. Phosphorylation serves to transfer energy and to control processes in cells of living organisms (e.g. for activating or delaying a process).

Component of matter.It may be a formless basic element, or composed of clusters of formless basic elements. For example, the electron is a formless basic particle.

Living creature

In Israel, a permit issued by the Ministry of Environmental Protection is required in order to operate a source of radiation.This permit must be in accordance with the requirements detailed by law.Amongst these: site measurement of levels of exposure to the source of radiation.The permit is issued for a limited period, in accordance with the regulations.

A moderating derivative of the exposure threshold that applies to the general public.This leniency is allowed because it refers to defined and controlled exposure of adults to electromagnetic radiation in the context of the workplace.

Defined and controlled exposure of an adult to electromagnetic radiation in the occupational context.Such persons are monitored and trained to be aware of the possible hazards involved in their work and are provided tools to take precautionary measures.