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DISCRIMINATION BETWEEN $alpha$-TRACKS AND $gamma$-BACKGROUND IN ILFORD NUCLEAR EMULSIONS

Journal Article · · Nature
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1038/190038a0· OSTI ID:4032190

A procedure is described for improving the discrimination between alpha tracks and gamma background in Ilford 50 mu nu clear emulsions by utilizing the Herschel effect. Aqueous solutions of phenosafranine were used as a desensitizer before exposure to infrared irradiation. (C.H.)

Research Organization:
Univ. of Ghent
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
NSA Number:
NSA-15-016232
OSTI ID:
4032190
Journal Information:
Nature, Journal Name: Nature Vol. Vol: 190
Country of Publication:
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Language:
English