X and gamma radiation
Nuclear detectors - Different types of particles to detect
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X and gamma radiation
Nuclear detectors - Different types of particles to detect

Author : Thierry POCHET

Publication date: January 10, 2006 | Lire en français

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3. X and gamma radiation

3.1 Introduction

X- or γ-radiation is electromagnetic radiation originating from the de-excitation of atoms or nuclei respectively (note 4).

Note :

X-rays (continuous) originate from the acceleration/braking of electrons 2.2 .

Most radioisotopes emit X/γ radiation. This radiation...

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