Dosimeters

/doʊˈsɪmɪtərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of dosimeter; multiple instruments that measure radiation or chemical substance exposure.

Etymology

From 'dosimeter' + standard plural '-s'. The plural form of the scientific measuring instrument.

Kelly Says

After Chernobyl and Fukushima, dosimeters became household words in disaster zones—these simple devices became the difference between knowing you were safe or needing to evacuate.

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