banana myths

Bananas are naturally slightly radioactive [4], far more than most other fruits, because of the high content of potassium and small amounts of the isotope potassium-40 is located in the naturally occurring potassium. Proponents of nuclear power often refer to the radiation dose equivalent of bananas to support their arguments. [5] [6] include the supply of bananas is often installed radiation monitors at ports of the United States to detect illegal shipments of radiological materials.

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