Table 1.
Average properties of protons and several heavy ions in water equivalent media.
| Particle (MeV/u) | LET, keV/μm | Range, μm | Track-width, μm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1H (5) | 7.9 | 362 | 2 |
| 12C (30) | 68 | 2950 | 50.8 |
| 12C (300) | 13 | 1.7 × 105 | 2701 |
| 56Fe (1000) | 150 | 2.7 × 105 | 1.7 × 104 |
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