Analysis of criteria for assessment of harmful effect of liquid radioactive wastes on surface water organisms

Published findings on the impact of radiation on aquatic organisms demonstrate the complex nature of the problems, namely with regard to the physical and chemical characteristics of the environment which may have profound impact on the response of these organisms. As a follow up to the study of the impact of radioactive waste waters and the accompanying non-radioactive pollution on water biocenoses, four criteria are suggested for assessing the state of surface waters when radioactive waters have no harmful impact on aquatic organisms. Further research will mainly be focused on the study of genetic factors. (B.S.)