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What material do they make radiation suits from?

 
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Aug7-04, 08:32 AM   #1
 

What material do they make radiation suits from?


What material do they make radiation suits from?
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It depends partly on the radiation of concern. If the source is gamma rays or x-rays, heavy metals, usually lead is the most common. To absorb neutrons, boron is useful.
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