Drinking Water Problems: Radionuclides
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- December 7, 2021
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Overview
Radionuclides in drinking water can cause serious health problems for people. This publication explains what the sources of radionuclides in water are, where high levels have been found in Texas, how they affect health, and how to treat water to remove them. (12 pages)
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