Physics from the Past: Atom and Biological Science

This one is back from 1952. It describes some of the biological effects of high energy radiations on plants and animal cells. It also explains how typical experiments are conducted and demonstrates some of the protective measures required to insure the safety of the experimenters. Points out some possible applications of nuclear radiation to problems of human health, emphasizing work in the study of cancer.

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