radioactive dust
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Prof Smith from the University of Portsmouth in the UK, who has studied the aftermath of the Chernobyl disaster, said the biggest danger linked to the site was disturbing radioactive dust.
From BBC ● Dec. 7, 2025
With Geiger counters in hand to measure local levels of radiation and personal protective gear to guard against radioactive dust, they gathered worms from samples of soil, rotting fruit, and other organic material.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 5, 2024
But they leave behind radioactive dust that can be harmful.
From New York Times ● Sep. 26, 2023
Released this week by the city’s emergency management agency, the 90-second video advises citizens to stay indoors and wash off any radioactive dust or ash.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 12, 2022
In the 1980s, the KGB had begun marking suspected foreign agents with an invisible radioactive dust that could be picked up with radiation sensors.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
