Birdwatch Note Rating
2023-05-15 19:20:24 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 96259C16C38458FE7A8A6C293A8049357F7D3EC2D0F557E58FD8034ED6400C1F
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Original Note:
"DU mainly emits alpha particle radiation. Alpha particles don't have enough energy to go through skin. As a result, exposure to the outside of the body is not considered a serious hazard. However, if DU is ingested or inhaled, it is a serious health hazard. " source : https://www.epa.gov/radtown/depleted-uranium#:~:text=DU%20mainly%20emits%20alpha%20particle,is%20a%20serious%20health%20hazard.
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