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Gamma Absorptiometer for Solutions of Heavy Metal Salts

Journal Article · · Analytical Chemistry
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1021/ac60132a030· OSTI ID:4350041

A simple, rugged gamma absorptiometer has been constructed for analysis of uranium solutions by nontechnical operators. Am241 is source of the gamma rays. Use of high sensitivity scintillation detector minimizes radiation hazard. Finally, standard deviations of 0.05% are obtained in concentration range of 50 to 100 grams per liter.

Research Organization:
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc., Aiken, S.C.
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
NSA Number:
NSA-12-002421
OSTI ID:
4350041
Journal Information:
Analytical Chemistry, Journal Name: Analytical Chemistry Journal Issue: 12 Vol. 29; ISSN 0003-2700
Publisher:
American Chemical Society (ACS)
Country of Publication:
Country unknown/Code not available
Language:
English

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