Accumulation of Radioactivity in Columbia River Fish in the Vicinity of the Hanford Works
Description:
Abstract: The data obtained from the radioassay of fish collected in vicinity of the Hanford Works between April, 1948 and June, 1950 are presented. Most of the radioactivity in the fish resulted from the concentration of p32 in the scales, bone, and certain visceral organs. The level of activity density in the fish was influenced by size, feeding habits and metabolic rate in addition to the activity density of the water. Changes in operation of nuclear reactors have resulted in progressive inc…
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Date:
July 1, 1952
Creator:
Olson, P. A., Jr. & Foster, Richard F.
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department