Continuous spectrum radiation produced by the slowing of electrons in a beam by nuclei in their vicinity. [Ger. B., braking radiation]
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brems·strah·lung (bremґstrah-loong) [Ger. “braking radiationâ€] 1. the continuous spectrum of electromagnetic radiation produced by the rapid deceleration of a fast-moving charged particle (such as an electron or beta particle) in the electric field of another charged particle (usually a nucleus). Called also braking radiation and continuous x-ray spectrum. 2. the deceleration of a charged particle that produces this radiation.Medical dictionary. 2011.