Evaluation of radionuclides transfer from soil-to-edible flora and estimation of radiological dose to the Malaysian populace

Abstract

Malaysia, a rapidly growing industrial country, is susceptible to pollution via large-scale industrial engagements and associated human activities. One particular concern is the potential impact upon the quality of locally resourced vegetables, foodstuffs that contain important nutrients necessary for good health, forming an essential part of the Malaysian diet. As a part of this, it is of importance for there to be accurate knowledge of radioactive material uptake in these vegetables, not least in respect of any public health detriment.

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Keywords

Edible vegetables, Associated soils, Radionuclides activity, Transfer factors, Committed effective dose, Cancer risk

Citation

Khandaker, M. U., Nasir, N. L. M., Asaduzzaman, K., Olatunji, M. A., Amin, Y. M., Kassim, H. A., ... & Alrefae, T. (2016). Evaluation of radionuclides transfer from soil-to-edible flora and estimation of radiological dose to the Malaysian populace. Chemosphere, 154, 528-536.

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