ISSN:
1588-2780
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
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Energy, Environment Protection, Nuclear Power Engineering
Notes:
Abstract In the Lower Silesia region, in the vicinity of Kletno town (near Kłodzko), there are remainders of uranium ores being mined there, such as dump sites, abandoned pits and the like. Extensive research has indicated an increase in radioactivity there. The present research was aimed at defining the radioactive contamination in the neighborhood of Kletno. The research involved gauging the radiation background, especially at the mine dumps and measuring the concentration of natural radioactive isotopes and Cs in the rocks and soil. Besides, the concentration of radium isotopes in waters was determined. Two spots only were found with higher radiation levels. A method for dealing with radiation hazards is proposed. Water analyses have indicated that flushing of radium isotopes from the rock-mass and the dumps is not significant. Therefore, it can be concluded that uranium ore mining in the region of Kletno has not caused any significant radioactive contamination.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF02162518
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