Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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1738545 | Journal of Environmental Radioactivity | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
⺠232Th, 238U were determined using Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA). ⺠Study area located in the tropical region of high rainfall that remains steeped in tribal tradition. ⺠Agriculture by Jhum (slash and burn) cultivation and animal husbandry are the main occupation of the tribal populations. ⺠The estimated daily intake of 232Th and 238U in high rainfall area was found to be 3.4 and 2.0 μg respectively.
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Authors
S.K. Jha, S. Gothankar, P.S. Iongwai, B. Kharbuli, S.A. War, V.D. Puranik,