Electromagnetic Radiation
Electric or magnetic waves that travel at the speed of light. Examples: light, heat, radio waves, microwaves, gamma radiation, x-rays.
Source: AECL
Electron
An elementary particle carrying one unit of negative electrical charge. Electrons surround the atom's positively charged nucleus and determine the atom's chemical properties.
EMO
Emergency Measures Organization
Source: NB Power
Enrichment
The physical process of increasing the concentration of the uranium-235 isotope relative to the predominant uranium-238 isotope in natural uranium.
EP
Emergency Preparedness