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The Radiation Legacy of the Soviet Nuclear Complex: An Analytical Overview
Hardback
Main Details
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The Radiation Legacy of the Soviet Nuclear Complex: An Analytical Overview
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Nikolai N. Egorov
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By (author) Vladimir M. Novikov
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By (author) Frank L. Parker
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By (author) Victor K. Popov
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:272 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156 |
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| Category/Genre | Pollution and threats to the environment |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781853836589
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| Classifications | Dewey:363.17990947 |
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| Audience | | Professional & Vocational | |
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| Illustrations |
Maps, figures, tables
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Taylor & Francis Ltd
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| Imprint |
Earthscan Ltd
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| Publication Date |
1 March 2000 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
A study of the legacy of nuclear contamination in the Soviet Union. It gives the location and characteristics of the accumulated radioactive material and wastes by each sector, from ore and mining to use and disposal. It describes types of storage, capacity and utilization, age and location. It gives information on the territories and locations contaminated, by normal operations and by accidents, from which strategic plans for remediation can be formulated.
Reviews'An excellent volume that gives the highlights of more than forty years of nuclear idustry and weapons related production in the former Soviet Union... well-written and well-edited.' International Journla of Environment and Pollution
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