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radiopaque definition

radio·paque (rā′dē ō pāk′)

adjective

not allowing the passage of X-rays, gamma rays, or other forms of radiant energy

Etymology: radio- + (o)paque

Related Forms:

  • radiopacity ra′dio·pac′·ity (-ō pas′ə tē) noun

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