The attenuation coefficient is a measure of how much the incident energy beam (e.g. ultrasound or x-rays) is weakened by the material it is passing through.

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Nadrljanski M, McKay L, Worsley C, et al. Attenuation coefficient. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 07 May 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-9035

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