Concentración de Ra-226 en el suelo y sedimentos del río Irquis en el área colindante de la minera Loma Larga Azuay-Ecuador

Abstract

In the Loma Larga mining concession located in the Quimsacocha area, it was considered relevant to carry out a preliminary study to determine the concentration levels of 226Ra in the soil, rocks, sediments and vegetation of the region. The results obtained showed that the concentration levels of 226Ra in the different components are within the established average limits, as stated by the UNSCEAR, and do not mean a radiological risk for the environment and its area of influence.