Discusses the uses of radioactive substances and the dangers they present, including fallout from nuclear weapons testing, the meltdown at the Chernobyl power plant, and uranium mining accidents.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 101-106) and index.
Contents
Accidents waiting to happen -- From meltdowns to leaks -- Weapons of mass destruction -- Risky business -- Nuclear 911: rescue and response -- The challenge of preventing nuclear accidents.
