UNEP Depleted Uranium Awareness

Depleted uranium (DU) is a dense metal used in munitions for its penetrating ability and as a protective material in armoured vehicles. It is a toxic and radioactive heavy metal. This flyer on Depleted Uranium Awareness explains what depleted uranium (DU) is, the risks associated with DU exposure, and the precautionary steps to take. Resources for additional information are also listed.

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Main Author: United Nations Environment Programme
Other Authors: Ecosystems Division
Format: Factsheets, Infographics and Brochures biblioteca
Language:English
Published: 2003-09
Subjects:DEPLETED URANIUM, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, Disasters and conflict, environmental impact,
Online Access:https://wedocs.unep.org/20.500.11822/17472
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spelling oai:wedocs.unep.org:20.500.11822-174722022-03-16T09:40:55Z UNEP Depleted Uranium Awareness United Nations Environment Programme Ecosystems Division DEPLETED URANIUM ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION Disasters and conflict environmental impact Depleted uranium (DU) is a dense metal used in munitions for its penetrating ability and as a protective material in armoured vehicles. It is a toxic and radioactive heavy metal. This flyer on Depleted Uranium Awareness explains what depleted uranium (DU) is, the risks associated with DU exposure, and the precautionary steps to take. Resources for additional information are also listed. 2017-03-09T12:57:41Z 2017-03-09T12:57:41Z 2003-09 Factsheets, Infographics and Brochures https://wedocs.unep.org/20.500.11822/17472 English Public Text application/pdf
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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Disasters and conflict
environmental impact
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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Disasters and conflict
environmental impact
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Disasters and conflict
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environmental impact
United Nations Environment Programme
UNEP Depleted Uranium Awareness
description Depleted uranium (DU) is a dense metal used in munitions for its penetrating ability and as a protective material in armoured vehicles. It is a toxic and radioactive heavy metal. This flyer on Depleted Uranium Awareness explains what depleted uranium (DU) is, the risks associated with DU exposure, and the precautionary steps to take. Resources for additional information are also listed.
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