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Evaluation of a photo-electron rejecting alpha liquid scintillation (PERALS) spectrometer for the measurement of alpha-emitting radionuclides

Conference ·
OSTI ID:6050011
Results from the evaluation of a PERALS spectrometer for alpha particle measurements by liquid scintillation counting in samples from the nuclear fuel cycle are presented. Examples of PERALS spectra of process, waste, and environmental samples containing Th, U, Pu and Am from the Savannah River Site are shown. The advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of the PERALS technique are discussed. 15 refs., 11 figs.
Research Organization:
Westinghouse Savannah River Co., Aiken, SC (USA)
Sponsoring Organization:
DOE/DP
DOE Contract Number:
AC09-89SR18035
OSTI ID:
6050011
Report Number(s):
WSRC-RP-89-1383; CONF-900563--18; ON: DE91005652
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English