10 years, i.e., 1989, the maximum annual bone marrow dose will
be approximately 500 mRem/Yr.
Clearly, the most important factors influencing dose estimates
are the source of food eaten by the Eneu residents, the degree
to which imported food is available and used, and time spent
elsewhere in the Atoll.
In addition to evaluating the radiological conditions on Eneu
Island, there are other considerations which must be taken into
account in making the decision on whether or not people should
return to Eneu now.
1.

Exposure to radiation is believed to involve some risk of
ill effects, therefore, unnecessary radiation exposure
should be kept as low as is reasonably achievable.

2.

The practicality and reliability of applying administrative
controls intended to limit exposure.

3.

The marketability for copra produced from coconuts
on Bikini and Eneu Islands.

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