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Trace element analysis of K, U and Th in high purity materials by neutron activation analysis

Journal Article · · AIP Conference Proceedings
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.2060453· OSTI ID:20719247
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  1. MIT-EAPS Neutron Activation Analysis Laboratory, Department of Earth Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 02139 (United States)
The concept and usage of 'high purity' are explained. Trace element analysis of K, U and Th by neutron activation analysis is described, the radio-isotopes and their corresponding gamma-rays used to identify the elements are listed. The interfering elements are described. The advantages and disadvantages of using neutron activation analysis are discussed. Some examples of trace impurity determinations in high purity materials are provided.
OSTI ID:
20719247
Journal Information:
AIP Conference Proceedings, Journal Name: AIP Conference Proceedings Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 785; ISSN APCPCS; ISSN 0094-243X
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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