Evaluation of Radioactive Fall-Out

Abstract

The purpose of this report is to assess the magnitude and extent of the hazard to human life imposed by radioactive debris deposited in the human environment by large numbers of nuclear weapons. Known physical facts, data from nuclear weapon test experience, and pertinent theoretical considerations are utilized to evaluate the extent of the hazard.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 15, 1981
Accession Number
ADA995153

Entities

People

  • Edwin R. Ballinger
  • Harold H. Mitchell
  • Roger W. Jr Paine
  • Roy D. Maxwell
  • Thomas E. Jr Shea

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Beta Particles
  • Fission
  • Fissionable Materials
  • Fusion Weapons
  • Gamma Rays
  • Genetics
  • Health Services
  • Ionizing Radiation
  • Medical Personnel
  • Nuclear Bombs
  • Nuclear Energy
  • Nuclear Explosions
  • Nuclear Weapons
  • Radiation Genetics
  • Radiation Sickness
  • Radioactive Materials
  • United States

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