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Monitoring of radiation
Periodic or continuous determination of the amount of ionising radiation or radioactive contamination in a region. Radiation monitoring is a safety measure to protect the health and safety of the public and the environment through the use of bioassay, alpha scans, and other radiological survey methods to monitor air, surface water and ground water, soil and sediment, equipment surfaces, and personnel.
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- Category: Nuclear energy
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