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'''Radiation''', in physics, is the process of transmitting energy through space. Such radiation can consist of waves or particles. Waves and particles have many characteristics in common; usually, however, the radiation is predominantly in one form or the other. | '''Radiation''', in physics, is the process of transmitting energy through space. Such radiation can consist of waves or particles. Waves and particles have many characteristics in common; usually, however, the radiation is predominantly in one form or the other. | ||
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*[[Cherenkov radiation]] is emitted by [[UNSC]] and Covenant reactors and fissile materials upon entering and exiting [[slipspace]]. | *[[Cherenkov radiation]] is emitted by [[UNSC]] and Covenant reactors and fissile materials upon entering and exiting [[slipspace]]. | ||
*The [[Sterile Field Generator]] may use a form of radiation sterilization to allow safe field surgery. | *The [[Sterile Field Generator]] may use a form of radiation sterilization to allow safe field surgery. | ||
[[Category:Physics]] | [[Category:Physics]] | ||