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INACTIVATION OF SPORES OF BACILLUS ANTHRACIS BY $gamma$-RADIATION

Journal Article · · Nature
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1038/183475b0· OSTI ID:4272689
Results obtained from an investigation into the sterilizing efficiency of gamma radiation against spores of Bacillus anthracis are reported. The tests indicate that the most sensitive strain of B. anthracis failed to grow after 1.0 x 10/sup 6/ rad while the most resistant needed 1.5 x 10/sup 6/ rad for inactivation. (J.H.M.)
Research Organization:
Atomic Energy Research Establishment, Harwell, Berks, Eng.; School of Medicine, Leeds, Eng.
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
NSA Number:
NSA-13-008577
OSTI ID:
4272689
Journal Information:
Nature, Journal Name: Nature Vol. Vol: 183
Country of Publication:
Country unknown/Code not available
Language:
English

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