Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309037891
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 623
Book Description
This book describes hazards from radon progeny and other alpha-emitters that humans may inhale or ingest from their environment. In their analysis, the authors summarize in one document clinical and epidemiological evidence, the results of animal studies, research on alpha-particle damage at the cellular level, metabolic pathways for internal alpha-emitters, dosimetry and microdosimetry of radionuclides deposited in specific tissues, and the chemical toxicity of some low-specific-activity alpha-emitters. Techniques for estimating the risks to humans posed by radon and other internally deposited alpha-emitters are offered, along with a discussion of formulas, models, methods, and the level of uncertainty inherent in the risk estimates.
Health Risks of Radon and Other Internally Deposited Alpha-Emitters
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309037891
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 623
Book Description
This book describes hazards from radon progeny and other alpha-emitters that humans may inhale or ingest from their environment. In their analysis, the authors summarize in one document clinical and epidemiological evidence, the results of animal studies, research on alpha-particle damage at the cellular level, metabolic pathways for internal alpha-emitters, dosimetry and microdosimetry of radionuclides deposited in specific tissues, and the chemical toxicity of some low-specific-activity alpha-emitters. Techniques for estimating the risks to humans posed by radon and other internally deposited alpha-emitters are offered, along with a discussion of formulas, models, methods, and the level of uncertainty inherent in the risk estimates.
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309037891
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 623
Book Description
This book describes hazards from radon progeny and other alpha-emitters that humans may inhale or ingest from their environment. In their analysis, the authors summarize in one document clinical and epidemiological evidence, the results of animal studies, research on alpha-particle damage at the cellular level, metabolic pathways for internal alpha-emitters, dosimetry and microdosimetry of radionuclides deposited in specific tissues, and the chemical toxicity of some low-specific-activity alpha-emitters. Techniques for estimating the risks to humans posed by radon and other internally deposited alpha-emitters are offered, along with a discussion of formulas, models, methods, and the level of uncertainty inherent in the risk estimates.
Radon's Deadly Daughters
Author: Michael R. Edelstein
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 9780847683345
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
In this vibrant account, Edelstein and Makofske unveil the complex mix of social and scientific factors that have led to public and official misunderstanding of the geologic radon issue.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 9780847683345
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
In this vibrant account, Edelstein and Makofske unveil the complex mix of social and scientific factors that have led to public and official misunderstanding of the geologic radon issue.
Measurement of Radon and Radon Daughters in Air
Author: National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Publisher: Ncrp
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Publisher: Ncrp
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
WHO Handbook on Indoor Radon
Author: World Health Organization
Publisher: World Health Organization
ISBN: 9241547677
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 111
Book Description
This handbook focuses on residential radon exposure from a public health point of view and provides detailed recommendations on reducing health risks from radon and sound policy options for preventing and mitigating radon exposure. The material in the handbook reflects the epidemiological evidence that indoor radon exposure is responsible for a substantial number of lung cancers in the general population. Information is provided on the selection of devices to measure radon levels and on procedures for the reliable measurement of these levels. Discussed also are control options for radon in new dwellings, radon reduction in existing dwellings as well as assessment of the costs and benefits of different radon prevention and remedial actions. Also covered are radon risk communication strategies and organization of national radon programs.--Publisher's description.
Publisher: World Health Organization
ISBN: 9241547677
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 111
Book Description
This handbook focuses on residential radon exposure from a public health point of view and provides detailed recommendations on reducing health risks from radon and sound policy options for preventing and mitigating radon exposure. The material in the handbook reflects the epidemiological evidence that indoor radon exposure is responsible for a substantial number of lung cancers in the general population. Information is provided on the selection of devices to measure radon levels and on procedures for the reliable measurement of these levels. Discussed also are control options for radon in new dwellings, radon reduction in existing dwellings as well as assessment of the costs and benefits of different radon prevention and remedial actions. Also covered are radon risk communication strategies and organization of national radon programs.--Publisher's description.
Regulatory Guide
Author: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Office of Standards Development
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nuclear energy
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Contents: 1. Power reactors.--2. Research and test reactors.--3. Fuels and materials facilities.--4. Environmental and siting.--5. Materials and plant protection.--6. Products.--7. Transportation.--8. Occupational health.--9. Antitrust reviews.--10. General.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nuclear energy
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Contents: 1. Power reactors.--2. Research and test reactors.--3. Fuels and materials facilities.--4. Environmental and siting.--5. Materials and plant protection.--6. Products.--7. Transportation.--8. Occupational health.--9. Antitrust reviews.--10. General.
Management of Commingled Uranium Mill Tailings
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services. Procurement and Military Nuclear Systems Subcommittee
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 690
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 690
Book Description
The Expanded Residential Weatherization Program
Author: United States. Bonneville Power Administration
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Dwellings
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Dwellings
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
Nuclear Science Abstracts
Noble Gases
Author: Richard Edward Stanley
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gases, Rare
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gases, Rare
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
The Code of Federal Regulations of the United States of America
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Administrative law
Languages : en
Pages : 776
Book Description
The Code of Federal Regulations is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Administrative law
Languages : en
Pages : 776
Book Description
The Code of Federal Regulations is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government.