Re: beta particle range

[LIPTONW@detroitedison.com]

A rule of thumb, from the 1970 edition of the "Rad Health Handbook," is that 
the range of a beta particle, in g/cm2, is approximately equal to half the 
maximum energy, in Mev, i.e. R ~ E/2. 
 
For more precise determinations, I recommend consulting "Introduction to 
Radiological Physics and Radiation Dosimetry," by Frank H. Attix (1986, John 
Wiley & Sons).   
 
The opinions expressed are strictly mine. 
Here's to a risk free world, and other fantasies. 
 
Bill Lipton 
liptonw@detroitedison.com

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• Subject: beta particle range
• From: "radsafe@romulus.ehs.uiuc.edu" <radsafe@romulus.ehs.uiuc.edu>
• Date: 03 Jul 97 08:40:42
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Hello,
I seem to remember a formula for beta particle energy-range relationship
(in Cember's Intro. to Healt Physics), however, I do not have the book
with me. Does anyone know the formula off-hand, or any other applicable
formula? Thanks.
Bob Dunn
rso.gscancer@worldnet.att.net

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