Non-uniformity of Radiation Dose in Space with Special Reference to Radiological Protection

Summary

The relationship of the terms ‘Distribution Factor’, ‘Quality Factor’ and ‘Relative Damage Factor’ as used by I.C.R.P. is discussed. Existing data, quantitative and qualitative, on uneven distribution of internally deposited radioactive elements are reviewed together with data on the sites of sensitive tissue, i.e. tissue at particular carcinogenic risk.