Question

Transport index refers to:

a. the type of packaging required for a shipment of radioactive material
b. the type of labeling required for a shipment of radioactive material
c. the exposure rate measured at 1 m from the package
d. the NRC isotope group label

Answer 1

The transport index refers to the exposure rate measured at 1 meter from the packaged radioactive material.

Step-by-step explanation:

The transport index refers to the exposure rate measured at 1 meter from the packaged radioactive material.

It is a measure of the level of radiation the package emits and is used to determine the amount of shielding and handling precautions needed during transport.

For example, a transport index of 2 means that the package emits radiation at a rate of 2 millirem per hour at a distance of 1 meter.