Image:TrigaReactorCore.jpeg

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This picture shows the nuclear reactor core of a Triga research reactor. Cherenkov radiation from the fuel rods is clearly visible. The ordinary water between the core and the photographer provides quite enough protection from the radiation of the core.


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current 07:01, 23 August 2005 550×405 (27 KB) Tungsten (This picture shows the nuclear reactor core of a Triga research reactor. Cherenkov radiation from the fuel rods is clearly visible. The ordinary water between the core and the person taking the photo is quite enough to protect)
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