Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is the largest nuclear power plant in Europe and also among the 10 largest in the world. It is located in southeastern Ukraine in Zaporizhzhia city. It was built by the Soviet Union near the city of Enerhodar, on the southern shore of the Kakhovka Reservoir on the Dnieper river. It […]
Zaporizhzhia
Zaporizhzhia is a city in south-eastern Ukraine, situated on the banks of the Dnieper river. The name Zaporizhzhia literally means Below-The-Rapids – refers to the position of the city. The city is known for The historic island of Khortytsia and Multiple power stations including Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant – the largest nuclear power station in […]
Anti-radiation pills
Anti-radiation pills, or Potassium iodide (KI), tablets are known to provide some protection in cases of radiation exposure. They contain non-radioactive iodine and can help block absorption, and subsequent concentration, of radioactive iodine in the thyroid gland. Background After a radiation leak, radioactive iodine floats through the air and then contaminates food, water and soil. […]
Radiation emergency
A radiation emergency is an unplanned or accidental event that creates radio-nuclear hazards to humans and the environment. Such situations involve radiation exposure from a radioactive source and require prompt intervention to mitigate the threat. Dealing with such an emergency also involves the use of anti-radiation tablets. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said if there […]