The distribution of artificial radionclides in different components of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems under various environmental conditions

The significant quantities of artificial radionuclides have already entered and may enter in the future the environment during operation of NPPs, after their shutdown and during decommissioning process in conjunction with dismantling works, after nuclear accidents (Chernobyl NPP, Fukishima NPP, etc.), during the implementation of development projects of nuclear power. Therefore, the identification of artificial radionuclides, their prevalence and the distribution in environmental components are important scientifically and provide data applicable for environmental protection and radiation safety. The dispersion of artificial radionuclides and their distribution in biotic and abiotic ecosystem components are associating with the decommissioning of the Ignalina NPP currently in Lithuania. For the above reasons, the investigation of biological effects caused by artificial radionuclides are always relevant