Radioisotopes into the atmosphere

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Nuclear accidents, such as the one at Chernobyl, can release radioactive iodine and other radioisotopes into the atmosphere. Why might the distribution of potassium iodide (nonradioactive) tablets to the population be effective in countering radiation sickness?

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