Emanation of Radon from Solid Samples
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چکیده
This report presents a brief review as well as some theoretical background on radon (^Rn) emanation methods from solid samples. This is followed by a description of an experimental apparatus built at the Elliot Lake Laboratory. (Mining Research Laboratory. CANMET, E.M.R.) to measure the ^Rn emanation rate from ^Ra-bearing solid materials by the vacuum emanation method. Experimental data are presented on three materials, namely, Viton ’O’-ring. coaxial cable Belden M9067, and a molecular sieve (zeolite). The results of this study and other investigations presently in progress are relevant to the Sudbury Neutrino Observatory (SNO) Project.
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