Concept URI | http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/1748 |
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Preferred label | containment (nuclear industry) |
Definition | The reinforced steel or concrete vessel that encloses a nuclear reactor. It is designed to withstand minor explosions in the core, to keep radionuclides from escaping into the environment, and to be safe against terrorist attack. |
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Status | Valid |
Status Modified | 2013-12-05 |
Accepted Date | 2013-12-05 |
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Source |
European Environment Agency
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