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What is the NRC?

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This has several meanings. Do you mean the Nuclear Regulatory Commission which controls the production of nuclear matter. Do You mean the National Response Center that oversees chemical spills? Do you mean the National Research Corporation regarding health care?

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Atomic Energy Commission- AEC


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When was NRC Handelsblad created?

NRC Handelsblad was created in 1970.


When was NRC Next created?

NRC Next was created on 2006-03-14.


What is the AEC successor?

NRC


Who was the NRC predecessor?

Atomic Energy Commission


What do the letters NRC stand for?

The letters NRC stand for National Research Council but can also stand for National Research Company, and National Research Chapter but these are not right.


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Atomic Energy Commission- AEC


Cylinders marked with an NRC are?

Cylinders marked with an NRC are Nuclear Regulatory Commission certified and approved for use in nuclear facilities or applications that require compliance with NRC regulations. These cylinders meet specific safety and quality standards set forth by the NRC to ensure proper handling and storage of radioactive materials. It is important to follow all guidelines and regulations when using NRC-approved cylinders to prevent any potential risks or hazards.


When was NRC Handelsblad founded?

The NRC Handelsblad was founded on the 1st of October 1970 as a result of a merger between Nieuwe Rotterdamsche Courant and Algemeen Handelsblad. The newspaper has a circulation of 200,000.


Who is a reprisenitive that is for nuclear licensing?

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What guy at the NRC goes to the powder room daily?

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