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1.1 These methods cover general procedures for the calibration of radiation detectors and the analysis of radionuclides. For each individual radionuclide, one or more of these methods may apply.

1.2 These methods are concerned only with specific radionuclide measurements. The chemical and physical properties of the radionuclides are not within the scope of this standard.

1.3 The measurement standards appear in the following order:

Sections
Spectroscopy Methods:
Calibration and Usage of Germa-
nium Detectors3-12
Calibration and Usage of Scintillation13-20
Detector Systems:
Calibration and Usage of Scintillation
Detectors for Simple Spectra16
Calibration and Usage of Scintillation17
Detectors for Complex Spectra
Counting Methods:25-26
Beta Particle Counting
Aluminum Absorption Curve27-31
Alpha Particle Counting32-39
Liquid Scintillation Counting40-48

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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Published:
01/01/2003
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