Health Risks of Radon and Other Internally Deposited Alpha-Emitters
Health Risks of Radon and Other Internally Deposited Alpha-Emitters

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1988-02-01

Total Pages: 623

ISBN-13: 0309037891

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This book describes hazards from radon progeny and other alpha-emitters that humans may inhale or ingest from their environment. In their analysis, the authors summarize in one document clinical and epidemiological evidence, the results of animal studies, research on alpha-particle damage at the cellular level, metabolic pathways for internal alpha-emitters, dosimetry and microdosimetry of radionuclides deposited in specific tissues, and the chemical toxicity of some low-specific-activity alpha-emitters. Techniques for estimating the risks to humans posed by radon and other internally deposited alpha-emitters are offered, along with a discussion of formulas, models, methods, and the level of uncertainty inherent in the risk estimates.

Transuranium People, The: The Inside Story
Transuranium People, The: The Inside Story

Author: Darleane C Hoffman

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2000-01-21

Total Pages: 563

ISBN-13: 1783262443

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In this highly interesting book, three pioneering investigators provide an account of the discovery and investigation of the nuclear and chemical properties of the twenty presently known transuranium elements. The neutron irradiation of uranium led to the discovery of nuclear fission in 1938 and then to the first transuranium element, neptunium (atomic number 93), in 1940. Plutonium (94) quickly followed and the next nine elements completed the actinide series by 1961. Investigation of the chemical properties of the actinides was followed more recently by chemical studies of the first three transactinides — rutherfordium (104), hahnium (105), and seaborgium (106). Recent discoveries have extended the known elements to 112./a

Handbook of Nuclear Chemistry
Handbook of Nuclear Chemistry

Author: Attila Vértes

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2010-12-10

Total Pages: 3762

ISBN-13: 144190719X

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This revised and extended 6 volume handbook set is the most comprehensive and voluminous reference work of its kind in the field of nuclear chemistry. The Handbook set covers all of the chemical aspects of nuclear science starting from the physical basics and including such diverse areas as the chemistry of transactinides and exotic atoms as well as radioactive waste management and radiopharmaceutical chemistry relevant to nuclear medicine. The nuclear methods of the investigation of chemical structure also receive ample space and attention. The international team of authors consists of scores of world-renowned experts - nuclear chemists, radiopharmaceutical chemists and physicists - from Europe, USA, and Asia. The Handbook set is an invaluable reference for nuclear scientists, biologists, chemists, physicists, physicians practicing nuclear medicine, graduate students and teachers - virtually all who are involved in the chemical and radiopharmaceutical aspects of nuclear science. The Handbook set also provides further reading via the rich selection of references.

The Elements Beyond Uranium
The Elements Beyond Uranium

Author: Glenn T. Seaborg

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 1991-01-16

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 0471890626

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Written by Glenn T. Seaborg, Nobel Laureate and pre-eminent figure in the field, with the assistance of Walter D. Loveland, it covers all aspects of transuranium elements, including their discovery, chemical properties, nuclear properties, nuclear synthesis reactions, experimental techniques, natural occurrence, superheavy elements, and predictions for the future. Published on the fiftieth anniversary of the discovery of transuranium elements, it conveys the essence of the ideas and distinctive blend of theory and experiment that has marked their study.

The Chemistry of the Actinide and Transactinide Elements (3rd ed., Volumes 1-5)
The Chemistry of the Actinide and Transactinide Elements (3rd ed., Volumes 1-5)

Author: L.R. Morss

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2007-12-31

Total Pages: 4059

ISBN-13: 1402035985

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The Chemistry of the Actinide and Transactinide Elements is a contemporary and definitive compilation of chemical properties of all of the actinide elements, especially of the technologically important elements uranium and plutonium, as well as the transactinide elements. In addition to the comprehensive treatment of the chemical properties of each element, ion, and compound from atomic number 89 (actinium) through to 109 (meitnerium), this multi-volume work has specialized and definitive chapters on electronic theory, optical and laser fluorescence spectroscopy, X-ray absorption spectroscopy, organoactinide chemistry, thermodynamics, magnetic properties, the metals, coordination chemistry, separations, and trace analysis. Several chapters deal with environmental science, safe handling, and biological interactions of the actinide elements. The Editors invited teams of authors, who are active practitioners and recognized experts in their specialty, to write each chapter and have endeavoured to provide a balanced and insightful treatment of these fascinating elements at the frontier of the periodic table. Because the field has expanded with new spectroscopic techniques and environmental focus, the work encompasses five volumes, each of which groups chapters on related topics. All chapters represent the current state of research in the chemistry of these elements and related fields.

The Genetic Effects of Radiation
The Genetic Effects of Radiation

Author: Isaac Asimov

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-02

Total Pages: 74

ISBN-13:

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In 'The Genetic Effects of Radiation', a compelling collection that traverses the nuanced landscapes of biology, genetics, and the foreboding shadow of nuclear energy, readers are invited to explore a confluence of scientific insight and speculative foresight. This anthology, marked by its interdisciplinary approach, features contributions that range in style from rigorous scientific discourse to speculative fiction. The works within offer a panoramic view on the implications of radiation on genetic material, both at the minutiae of DNA and the broader ecosystemic level, underscoring the collections thematic gravity and its significant place within scientific literature. Noteworthy are the essays that bridge the gap between hard science and speculative possibilities, serving as a testament to the collection's diversity and depth. The authors, Isaac Asimov and Theodosius Dobzhansky, bring to the table vastly different backgroundsan acclaimed science fiction writer known for his ability to speculate about the future of humanity, and a prominent geneticist whose work laid foundational contributions to the field of evolutionary biology. Their collaboration underlines the anthologys unique position at the intersection of genetics, evolutionary theory, and speculative science fiction. The collection is emblematic of a period where the public and scientific community grappled with the potentialities and perils of nuclear energy, making it a significant cultural and scientific artifact. 'The Genetic Effects of Radiation' is an essential read for those intrigued by the intersection of science, literature, and society. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with complex scientific themes through varied narrative forms, making accessible the intricate world of genetics and radiation to a broader audience. Readers will not only gain insight into the scientific debates of the past but will also be prompted to reflect on the current and future implications of human technological advancement. This anthology is a must-have for anyone interested in the dialogue between science and the human imagination, offering both education and speculation within its covers.