Iovine, John
Nuclear Experiments Using A Geiger Counter
- ISBN 13:
- 9781623850081
- author:
- Iovine, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Iovine
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 188
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Science, Experiments & Projects, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Nuclear Experiments Using a Geiger Counter This book provides a comprehensive guide to conducting various nuclear experiments using a Geiger Counter. It begins with an introduction to ionizing radiation and Geiger counters, explaining the different types of radiation that can be detected and measured. The book then delves into the functions and readings available from the Geiger counter, including how to read CPS and CPM measurements and use PC graphing software. The experiments outlined in the book cover a range of topics, including measuring background radiation, the Poisson distribution, and the differences between alpha, beta, x-ray, and gamma radiation. Other experiments explore shielding for radiation, detecting radioactivity in food, and detecting radon in a closed environment. The book also covers the inverse square law and deflecting beta particles using magnetic fields. By following the experiments and explanations outlined in this book, readers can gain a deeper understanding of nuclear science and particle physics.
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