Everyday Radioactivity
196031m240p
A Mr. Wizard film. Introduces the viewer to three types of radiation; Alpha, Beta, Gamma. Shows operation of vintage geiger counters. Scintillation counter coupled with multi-channel analyzer (Huge Tube Unit, 1960's?). Shows in-depth theory of gamma energy measurement. Explanation of background radiation.
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