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Uranium

Radiological Elements

Uranium

A radioactive heavy metal element used primarily as fuel in nuclear reactors and in military applications.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Nov 27, 2023
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

Legal limit
20 pCi/L
Health guideline
0.42 pCi/L

Food and supplement guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
Not specified

Risks

Radioactivity leading to radiation poisoning, heavy metal toxicity causing kidney damage, carcinogenic potential, environmental persistence.

Benefits

None in food or cosmetic applications

References

Waters containing Uranium

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