Abstract
Uranium and thorium contents in different geological samples were determined by using CR-39 and LR-115 type II solid-state nuclear track detectors (SSNTD) and by calculating the probabilities for α-particles emitted by the uranium and thorium series to reach and be registered on the SSNTD films. A new method has been developed based on the calculation of the self-absorption and transmission coefficients of the γ photons emitted by the uranium or thorium families and by the potassium 40 ( 40K) isotope for evaluating the γ dose rate in the samples. Moreover, the transport of γ photons across parallelepipedic blocks of the geological materials was investigated. Using the results of these studies, the γ dose rates in the atmosphere of different geological deposits were evaluated.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
