Gamma absorption in lead
Experiment no.: 10.3.4
The absorption of gamma rays in lead is measured as a function of the thickness of the layer of lead.
Caution: Radioactive radiation!
Use the source only for short time, otherwise shield the source and keep distance!!
Caution: Radioactive radiation!
Use the source only for short time, otherwise shield the source and keep distance!!
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Experimental set-up
Event rate, linear scale
Event rate, logarithmic scale
Definition of cross section