Absorbed Dose Converter
Convert between units of absorbed dose such as Grays, Milligrays, Rads, and more. Absorbed dose measures the energy absorbed per unit mass from ionizing radiation.
Result
mGy
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Conversion Formula
1 gray × 1 → 1 Gy 1 Gy ÷ 0.001 → 1000 milligray
About Absorbed Dose Units
Absorbed dose units quantify the energy absorbed per unit mass from ionizing radiation:
- Gray (Gy) and its submultiples (mGy, μGy, nGy) and multiples (kGy) are SI units for absorbed radiation dose.
- Rad (rad) and its submultiples (mrad, μrad) are older units for absorbed dose.
Absorbed Dose Units
Absorbed dose is a fundamental measure in radiation physics, quantifying the amount of energy deposited by ionizing radiation per unit mass of matter. This measurement is crucial in medical radiotherapy, radiation protection, and nuclear science applications. Understanding absorbed dose units ensures accurate dosimetry calculations and safety protocols.
- Gray (Gy): The SI unit of absorbed radiation dose, defined as one joule of radiation energy absorbed per kilogram of matter. Includes submultiples like milligray (mGy), microgray (μGy), and nanogray (nGy), plus multiples like kilogray (kGy).
- Rad (rad): A legacy unit of absorbed dose equal to 0.01 Gray. Includes submultiples like millirad (mrad) and microrad (μrad). Still seen in some older literature and specific regions.
Understanding and correctly using these units is vital for accurate radiation measurement, ensuring safety, and facilitating research and application in nuclear science and medicine.