What is more, caesium particles tend to lurk in the grass, which means radiation is more of a risk at toddler height than for adults.

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Currently, some doctors may use existing computer software to estimate how much additional radiation is required based on factors such as weight, height and age of the patient.

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The tie-in is related to the height in the atmosphere from which clouds radiate infrared radiation to space.

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