radioactive decay. Flashcards
1
Q
what is the activity in relation to the decaying process of radioactive source?
A
the activity of a radioactive source is the rate at which it decays.
2
Q
what is radioactive decay measured in?
A
becquerels.
Bq.
3
Q
what is 1 Bq equivalent to?
A
1 decay per second.
4
Q
what is the count rate?
A
number of decays recorded each second by a detector.
5
Q
what is an example of a detector for radioactive decay?
A
Geiger-Muller tube.
6
Q
what is 1Bq equal to in count-rate?
A
1 count per second.
