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Total gamma activity leached by water from local fallout particles as a function of test conditions and leaching time (from Crocker et al., 1965).
| Test condition | Leaching time in days | Fraction dissolved |
|---|---|---|
| Coral-surface tests | 4 – 8 | 0.08 |
| Coral-surface tests | 20 | 0.23 |
| Surface-water (barge) tests | 2 – 3 | 0.60 – 0.70 |
