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Hazards and Health Considerations: Thorium

presents both a toxic and radiological hazard. Toxicologically,

it causes heavy metal poisoning similar to lead

or the uranium isotopes. Biologically, thorium accumulates

in the skeletal system where it has a biological

half-life of 200 years, the same as plutonium. An M 17

protective mask and standard anti-contamination

clothing will adequately protect against thorium.

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