NUCLEAR ACCIDENT
\njˈuːkli͡əɹ ˈaksɪdənt], \njˈuːkliəɹ ˈaksɪdənt], \n_j_ˈuː_k_l_iə_ɹ ˈa_k_s_ɪ_d_ə_n_t]\
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Accidental dispersal of radioactive materials from a radiation source. Accidents at nuclear reactors can involve large groups of the population from dispersion of radioactivity into the environment and through fallout or a few individuals with high injurious doses.
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tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].