Protection of the thyroid gland in the event of releases of radioiodine

Journal Article · Tue Oct 31 23:00:00 EST 1978 · Nucl. Saf.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5914532

With the rapid developmentj of nuclear power reactors, and especially in view of a deepening energy crisis, concern has been voiced that serious accidents may result in hazards from these sources. Of the several possible accidents, however remote, that could affect the public, the one causing the greatest concern is the sudden release of large quantities of radionuclides to the environment. An important constituent in such a release would be a number of isotopes of radioiodine which could affect large numbers of people soon after the incident. The systems now used to protect the public from radioiodine and other radionuclides include (1) elaborate mechanical features intended to maintain nuclear fuel integrity, (2) containment structures, and (3) chemical sprays or charcoal adsorption systems to hold iodine within the containment structure.

• OSTI ID: 5914532
• Journal Information: Nucl. Saf.; (United States), Journal Name: Nucl. Saf.; (United States) Vol. 19:6; ISSN NUSAA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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