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THE EFFECTS OF RADIATION ON THE TANTALUM-TANTALUM OXIDE ELECTRODE

Journal Article · · J. Nuclear Materials

The Ta/Ta/sub 2/O/sub 5/ electrolyte system is studied after irradiation with gamma rays or electrons. The results are compared with those for irradiation with UV and x-rays. Photocurrents are measured that are proportional to radiation intensity at low dose rates. At high dose rates the rate of increase of photocurrent becomes smaller. No significant increase in the thickness of the oxide is measured after irradiation. Tantalum foil electrolytic capacitors are convenient for making rapid routine measurements of photoeffects. (auth)

Research Organization:
AERE, Harwell, Berks, Eng.
NSA Number:
NSA-15-024063
OSTI ID:
4032867
Journal Information:
J. Nuclear Materials, Journal Name: J. Nuclear Materials Vol. Vol: 3
Country of Publication:
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Language:
English