säteilyttäminen
Säteilyttäminen, in Finnish, refers to the process of exposing something to radiation. This can encompass a wide range of applications, from medical treatments to industrial processes and scientific research. In medicine, radiation therapy, or säteilyhoito, is a crucial tool used to treat cancer by damaging the DNA of cancer cells, preventing them from growing and dividing. This is typically done using external beams of radiation or internal sources.
Beyond medical uses, säteilyttäminen plays a significant role in food preservation. Irradiation of food can kill