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STRONTIUM 90 (2)
STRONTIUM 90 (2)
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a
radioactive
form
of the
element
strontium (a
pale
yellow
metallic chemical
element
), present in
fallout
from
nuclear
explosions. Strontium 90 can be absorbed into the bones in
place
of calcium, hindering further absorption of calcium and
leading
to weak bones.
—All About
Radiation
Glossary.
Final
approval 27.9.89