"Nuclear fallout" refers to the dangerous particles and chemicals that are released into the air after a nuclear explosion or accident. These harmful substances can spread over a wide area and can be harmful to people, animals, and the environment.
Sentences with «nuclear fallout»
The chemical is administered after nuclear exposure because it helps protect the thyroid from radioactive iodine, one of the most dangerous elements of nuclear fallout. (discovermagazine.com)
Unfortunately, ocean water is now often contaminated with heavy metals, plastic chemicals and even radiation from nuclear fallout. (wellnessmama.com)
To add depth to his character, we learn, when he's not threatening the safety of civilians with nuclear fallout, he is a pretty good piano teacher. (sfgate.com)