Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kerr

noun

/kər/

Definition

A unit of measurement for the amount of radiation that produces a specific biological response.

Examples

The kerr is used to determine the exposure of patients undergoing radiation therapy.
Scientists often refer to kerrs when measuring the biological effects of radiation on cells.

Meaning

In the context of radiation exposure, ‘kerr’ refers to a quantifiable measure used in fields such as health physics and radiobiology to assess the impact of ionizing radiation on living tissues.