LINEAR ACCELERATOR
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Linear Accelerator.
Linear Accelerator - as a noun
Ions are accelerated along a linear path by voltage differences on electrodes along the path
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
linacHypernyms (Closely Related)
acceleratoratom smasherparticle acceleratorHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The hospital acquired a new linear accelerator for its cancer treatment center."
"The linear accelerator uses electromagnetic fields to accelerate charged particles."
"Researchers are studying the feasibility of building a smaller linear accelerator."
"The linear accelerator must be calibrated regularly to ensure accurate radiation doses."
"The patient underwent radiation therapy using a specialized linear accelerator."