Cobalt-60: The Saga of an Invisible Death
This is a thrilling and informative story based on a real-life radiation tragedy that occurred in Delhi's Mayapuri scrap market in 2010.
Due to administrative negligence, oversight, and ignorance, a forgotten radioactive device from a university found its way into a scrap market. This triggered a series of events that changed the lives of many forever.
In this book, you will explore:
What is Cobalt-60?
The history of the Gamma Cell 220.
The administrative failures behind the tragedy.
The reality of the Mayapuri scrap market.
The effects of radiation on the human body.
Post-accident investigations and reforms.
A unique blend of facts, science, human emotion, and a gripping narrative, this book is essential reading for science enthusiasts, students, researchers, and those who enjoy literature based on true events.