Fundamental physics for probing and imaging /

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Author / Creator:Allison, Wade.
Imprint:Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2006.
Description:xiv, 334 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Language:English
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Format: Print Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/6168747
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ISBN:9780199203888 (cased)
0199203881 (cased)
9780199203895 (pbk.)
019920389X (pbk.)
Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Physics for security
  • 2. Magnetism and magnetic resonance
  • 3. Interactions of ionising radiation
  • 4. Mechanical waves and properties of matter
  • 5. Information and data analysis
  • 6. Analysis and damage by irradiation
  • 7. Imaging with magnetic resonance
  • 8. Medical imaging and therapy with ionising radiation
  • 9. Ultrasound for imaging and therapy
  • 10. Forward look and conclusions
  • Appendices: Conventions, nomenclature and units
  • Glossary of terms and abbreviations
  • Hints and answers to selected questions