Practical Measurements in Radioactivity

Practical Measurements in Radioactivity by Walter Makower and H. Geiger delves into the decay of various radio-active materials such as Radium Actinium Thorium and Polonium. It covers detailed measurements of activity over time separation of radio-active products and standardization of radio-active standards. The book explores topics like absorption of alpha and gamma rays ionization currents use of electroscopes and electrometers diffusion of emanations range of alpha rays and stopping power of radiation. It provides practical guidance for setting up a radio-active measurements laboratory and includes data on the decay of Radium F and Actinium active deposit. Overall it offers a comprehensive overview of radioactivity measurements and their practical applications.