Radiation Therapy Terms

noun a positively charged particle consisting of two protons and two neutrons, emitted in radioactive decay

• An alpha particle is a positively charged particle consisting of two protons and two neutrons.
• Dude, did you know that an alpha particle is like a tiny little powerhouse of energy?
• Yo, that alpha particle is like the boss of all particles, man.
• Her confidence was like an alpha particle, radiating strength and power in every direction.

noun an extreme or irrational fear of radiation or radioactivity

• Radiophobia is a term used to describe an irrational fear of radiation.
• Some people have radiophobia and refuse to undergo medical tests involving radiation.
• I don't get why some people have radiophobia, it's not that big of a deal.
• Her radiophobia towards change was hindering her personal growth.