To accomplish these objectives a tentative program of operation for each phase is suggested.

During each phase of operation

it will be essential to monitor the radioactivity and identify the
radioisotopes found in the plants and animals as a result of the
past and pending bomb detonations.
Collections should be made about the atoll at numerous
locations to establish the level of natural and residual radiation from previous tests in order to form a base-line for evaluating the coming series of tests.
Following the tests it will be essential to map the distribution of the amounts and kinds of radioactive materials in the
plants and animals.
It is important that additional basic information be gathered
on the following:

1.

The distribution of the radioactive material by
currents, winds, and biological cycling should
be studied.

2.

The selectivity and concentration of radioactive
materials by various organisms should be evaluated.

3.

Studies at the test site should point the way for

subsequent laboratory studies under controlled
conditions.
4.

The data obtained from the field study should be
of value in the solution of practical problems
such as:

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