3D Radioactive Source: Range & Penetration

HKDSE simulation of α, β, γ through air and absorbers in 3D.

α β γ Absorber
Drag • Wheel • Pinch

HKDSE Summary

α: short range in air, stopped by paper. β: aluminium. γ: thick lead.

Model

\( R \approx R_0(5/d)^2 T_{\mathrm{air}} T_{\mathrm{abs}} + R_{\mathrm{bg}} \)

\( T_{\mathrm{abs}} \approx e^{-\mu x} \) (β, γ)