Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rem
noun
/rɛm/
Definition
A unit of measurement used to quantify the amount of ionizing radiation absorbed by human tissue.
Examples
- The doctor explained that the patient received a total dose of 50 rem.
- In radiation safety, limits are often expressed in rem to protect workers.
- A standard yearly exposure limit for radiation workers is around 5 rem.
Meaning
Rem is an acronym for ‘roentgen equivalent man,’ which helps quantify biological effects of radiation exposure.
Synonyms
- None (specific term)
