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"The accident at reactor four of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in 1986
generated the largest release of radioactive material into the environment in
human history. The impact of the acute exposure to high doses of radiation was
severe for the environment and the human population. But more than three
decades after the accident, Chernobyl has become one of the largest nature
reserves in Europe. A diverse range of endangered species finds refuge there
today, including bears, wolves, and lynxes.
Radiation can damage the genetic material of living organisms and generate
undesirable mutations. However, one of the most interesting research topics in
Chernobyl is trying to detect if some species are actually adapting to live
with radiation. As with other pollutants, radiation could be a very strong
selective factor, favouring organisms with mechanisms that increase their
survival in areas contaminated with radioactive substances."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
