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Dataset on radioactivity measurement of Beryllium mining field in Ifelodun and gold mining field in Moro, Kwara State, North-central Nigeria

Muyiwa Michael Orosun, K. J. Oyewumi, M. R. Usikalu, C. A. Onumejor

2020Data in Brief26 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF

Abstract

and gamma doses at 1 m above the ground level over Beryllium and Gold mining fields in Ifelodun and Moro respectively, Kwara State, North-central Nigeria. A well calibrated Super-Spec (RS-125) gamma spectrometer was used to carry out these measurements. Measurements were carried out manually in 72 randomly selected sample points. Statistical analyses of the data were explored to infer potential statistical relationships. The obtained dataset is presented for further assessment that can offer insights into the safety state of Ifelodu, Moro and their environs from radiation protection point of view. The data in this study could serve as a substantial baseline radiological data of the region for future monitoring and epidemiology researches.

Topics & Concepts

BerylliumRadiological weaponGold miningEnvironmental scienceField (mathematics)Mining engineeringGeologyPhysicsMathematicsRadiochemistryChemistryNuclear physicsPhysical chemistryPure mathematicsRadioactivity and Radon MeasurementsGeophysical Methods and ApplicationsGeophysical and Geoelectrical Methods