Ionising Radiation Flashcards by Hira Khizar

Q

What is the activity of a radioactive source measured in?

A

becquerels (Bq)

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Q

What is the count rate?

A

The number of decays recorded each second by a detector.

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Q

What is an example of a radioactive detector that can be used in an experiment?

A

Geiger-Muller tube

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