Category: Nuclear Measurements & Instrumentation
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4 Types of Radiation & How they interact with Matter
We have four key types of radiation, namely: alpha, beta, gamma and neutron. The four types differ in mass, energy and how deep they penetrate objects. Alpha Particle The alpha particle (α) is a helium nucleus produced from the radioactive … Read more
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Gamma Spectroscopy Measurement Technique
Gamma spectroscopy is a radiochemistry measurement technique that determines the energy and count rate of gamma rays emitted by radioactive substances. A detailed analysis of gamma ray energy spectrum is used to determine the identity and quantity of gamma emitters … Read more