Radioactivity measurements : principles and practice /

The authors have addressed the basic need for internationally consistent standards and methods demanded by the new and increasing use of radioactive materials, radiopharmaceuticals and labelled compounds. Particular emphasis is given to the basic and practical problems that may be encountered in mea...

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Main Author: Mann, W. B. (Wilfrid Basil), 1908-2001
Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Other Authors: Rytz, A., Spernol, A., McLaughlin, William L.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Oxford ; New York : Pergamon Press, 1991.
Edition:Rev.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:The authors have addressed the basic need for internationally consistent standards and methods demanded by the new and increasing use of radioactive materials, radiopharmaceuticals and labelled compounds. Particular emphasis is given to the basic and practical problems that may be encountered in measuring radioactivity. The text provides information and recommendations in the areas of radiation protection, focusing on quality control and the precautions necessary for the preparation and handling of radioactive substances. New information is also presented on the applications of both traditional and innovative instruments in the fields of diagnostic and clinical radiology, radiation protection, biomedical research, industrial and agricultural applications, power production and waste control.
Physical Description:1 online resource (x, 202 pages) : illustrations
Format:Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 173-184) and index.
ISBN:1299196306
9781299196308