Fallout

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004331",
  "term": "Fallout",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The deposition of particulate matter from the atmosphere onto the Earth's surface, particularly referring to radioactive particles resulting from nuclear explosions. This process involves the gravitational settling of aerosols and larger particles. The rate and distribution of fallout depend on particle size, meteorological conditions, and the height of injection into the atmosphere.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "see_also": [
    "contamination",
    "dust fall"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2188 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/fallout/"
}