Alpha particles, beta particles, gamma rays, and X-rays are measured by using the particle’s energy to produce an amplified pulse of electrical current in a detector. These pulses are counted to give ...Alpha particles, beta particles, gamma rays, and X-rays are measured by using the particle’s energy to produce an amplified pulse of electrical current in a detector. These pulses are counted to give the rate of disintegration. There are three common types of detectors: gas-filled detectors, scintillation counters, and semiconductor detectors.
This page explains the concept of isotopes, which are elements with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons, and their applications in radioactive decay analysis. It describes the...This page explains the concept of isotopes, which are elements with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons, and their applications in radioactive decay analysis. It describes the types of radioactive decay particles (alpha, beta, gamma rays, and X-rays) and the role of isotopes in identifying nuclear stability. It also covers the mathematical models for radioactive decay, including first-order kinetics and half-life calculations.
