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Method for the preparation of radon-211

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OSTI ID:864443

A method for the production of .sup.211 Rn comprising bombarding .sup.209 Bi with .sup.7 Li particles utilizing the nuclear reaction .sup.209 Bi(.sup.7 Li,5n).sup.211 Rn. The method provides a simple spectrum from which .sup.211 Rn can be easily isolated in a highly pure condition.

Research Organization:
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), Upton, NY
Assignee:
United States of America as represented by United States (Washington, DC)
Patent Number(s):
US 4364898
OSTI ID:
864443
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English