Determination of carrier yields for neutron activation analysis using energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry
January 1, 1984
A new method is described for determining carrier yield in the radiochemical neutron activation analysis of rare-earth elements in silicate rocks by group separation. The method involves the determination of the rare-earth elements present in the carrier by means of energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence analysis, eliminating the need to re-irradiate samples in a nuclear reactor after the gamma ray analysis is complete. Results from the analysis of USGS standards AGV-1 and BCR-1 compare favorably with those obtained using the conventional method. ?? 1984 Akade??miai Kiado??.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1984 |
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| Title | Determination of carrier yields for neutron activation analysis using energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry |
| DOI | 10.1007/BF02132917 |
| Authors | R. G. Johnson, G.A. Wandless |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry Articles |
| Index ID | 70013920 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |