Description

The radiation dose is calculated from exposure rates (external, inhalation and ingestion) and dose conversion factors. The latter are based upon radiation type, human metabolism, metabolism of the element of concern in the human body, and the duration of exposure.

OPA Category

Category as used in the OPA assessment

Biosphere

OPA Number

Number as used in the OPA assessment

3.23

NEA V1 IFEP Reference(s)

Related IFEPs from the NEA V1 IFEP list from 1999

3.3.04, 3.3.05