NCRP - Radiological Terms

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NCRP - Radiological Terms

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Many times, we use radiological terms with an "approximate" meaning, so when I found this short document with precise explanations, I thought it would be a good thing to share.
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Very informative, thanks. I have a question about
skyshine: Radiation scattered back to Earth by the atmosphere above a radiation-producing facility.
Is that normally something one needs to worry about?
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Yes, depending on the source of radiation, skyshine could be an important component, particularly for long term exposures.
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Take a look at this. It may give you more insight.
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OscarG wrote: ↑Fri Jan 03, 2014 4:35 pm Yes, depending on the source of radiation, skyshine could be an important component, particularly for long term exposures.
Thank you very much. I used to think this was just a joke that seasoned scientists used to play on new graduates.

This is very helpful!!
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