Introduction to Gamma Radiation

by Gayatri Makavan, S L Buch

ISBN: 9789371700986
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Imprint : Agri Horti Press
Year : 2026
Price : Rs. 29980.00
Biblio : 334p., tbls., figs., ind., 25cm.,

About The Book

• Gamma Radiation Basics: Introduce gamma radiation as a type of electromagnetic radiation with high energy and short wavelength, originating from the nucleus of unstable atoms. • Sources of Gamma Radiation: Discuss natural sources of gamma radiation, such as radioactive decay of elements in the Earth's crust, as well as artificial sources like nuclear reactors and medical devices. • Properties and Penetration: Explain the properties of gamma radiation, including its ability to penetrate matter deeply, making it useful in various applications such as medical imaging and sterilization. • Health Effects: Address the health effects of gamma radiation exposure, ranging from acute effects such as radiation sickness to long-term risks like cancer and genetic mutations, emphasizing the importance of radiation protection measures. • Detection and Measurement: Describe methods for detecting and measuring gamma radiation, including Geiger-Muller counters, scintillation detectors, and dosimeters, used for monitoring environmental radiation levels and assessing radiation exposure. • Industrial Applications: Explore industrial applications of gamma radiation, such as materials testing, radiation therapy for cancer treatment, and sterilization of medical equipment and food products. • Safety Regulations: Discuss regulatory frameworks and safety standards governing the use of gamma radiation, including dose limits, shielding requirements, and radiation safety protocols, to ensure the safe handling and disposal of radioactive materials. • Future Trends: Consider emerging trends in gamma radiation technology, such as advancements in radiation detection and imaging techniques, and their potential impact on various fields including healthcare, security, and materials science.

Table of Contents

Preface v 1. Air Kerma Rate Constants for Nuclides Important to Gamma Ray Dosimetry and Practical Application 1 2. Material Analysis Using Characteristic Gamma Rays Induced by Neutrons 17 3. Gamma Radiation 43 4. Environmental Gamma-Ray Observation in Deep Sea 55 5. Gamma Dose Rates of Natural Radioactivity in Adana Region in Turkey 75 6. Gamma Radiation as a Novel Technology for Development of New Generation Concrete 91 7. Synthesis of Polyaniline HCl Pallets and Films Nanocomposites by Radiation Polymerization 115 8. Radiation Induced Radioresistance - Role of DNA Repair and Mitochondria 149 9. Sterilization by Gamma Irradiation 171 10. Induction of Genetic Variability with Gamma Radiation and Its Applications in Improvement of Horsegram 207 11. Ultrastructure Alterations in the Red Palm Weevil Antennal Sensilla Induced By Gamma Irradiation 229 12. Gamma Irradiation for Fresh Produce 251 13. Current Importance and Potential Use of Low Doses of Gamma Radiation in Forest Species 263 14. Changes in Selected Properties of Wood Caused by Gamma Radiation 320 15. The Effects of Gamma Radiation in Nectar of Kiwifruit (Actinidia deliciosa) 305 Index 321