Distribution of radionuclides in the soils and assessment of radiation hazards in AL Najaf, Iraq: A cross sectional analysis

Authors

  • Shaymaa Awad Kadhim University of Kufa, Iraq.
  • Wafaa Jasim University of Kufa, Iraq.
  • Shatha Alhous University of Kufa, Iraq.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47391/JPMA-BAGH-16-85

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate radioactivity levels in soil samples and their physical impact on the population.

Method: The experimental radiation study was conducted by researchers belonging to the Kufa University in Al-Najaf, Iraq, in August 2020, and comprised soil samples from Al-Rahma area. Sodium iodide detector activated with a trace amount of Thallium with crystal dimensions 3" x 3" was used to calculate the concentration of Radium, Thorium and Potassium.

Results: Among the 15 samples collected, the average ± standard deviation (SD) concentration for Radium, Thorium and Potassium was 0.1776±0.12, 0.726±0.435 and 1.9128±1.105%, Respectively. The reported value of excess lifetime cancer risk was 1.2819×10-3.

Conclusion: The area studied was found to be a safe area and did not pose a health threat to the locals.

Key Words: Thorium, Radium, Sodium Iodide, Thallium, Radioactivity, Neoplasms, Soil

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Published

2024-09-28

How to Cite

Shaymaa Awad Kadhim, Wafaa Jasim, & Shatha Alhous. (2024). Distribution of radionuclides in the soils and assessment of radiation hazards in AL Najaf, Iraq: A cross sectional analysis. Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, 74(10 (Supple-08), S375-S379. https://doi.org/10.47391/JPMA-BAGH-16-85

Issue

Vol. 74 No. 10 (Supple-08) (2024): The 16th Scientific International Conference

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Original Article.

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