The Bohr Theory of the hydrogen atom is a fundamental concept in physics, explaining how electrons move around the nucleus in an atom. This theory was proposed by Danish physicist Niels Bohr in 1913 and revolutionized our understanding of atomic structure. Let’s dive into the basics of the Bohr Theory. What is the Bohr Theory? … Read more
In cyclic accelerators, particles move in a circle until they acquire sufficient high energy. Examples of such accelerators are cyclotron, betatron, synchro-cyclotron, synchrotron, proton synchrotron. Construction and Working of a Cyclotron What is cyclotron ? It is a device designed by Lawrence and Livingston in 1931 to accelerate heavy particle charged particles (like proton, deuteron, … Read more
Ionization Chamber an Overview What is ionization Chamber The ionization chamber is a gas-filled radiation detector, and is widely used for the detection and measurement of nuclear particles and certain types of ionizing radiation; X-rays, γ rays, and β particles. Ionization Chamber Principle The term “ionization chamber” is used to describe those detectors that are … Read more
A semiconductor detector in ionizing radiation detection is a device that uses a semiconductor (usually silicon or germanium) to measure the effect of incident-charged particles or photons. Semiconductor Detector A semiconductor detector is a silicon or Germanium diode of the p-n type operated in the reverse bias mode. As the applied voltage is in the same direction as the diffusion … Read more
A scintillation counter is a type of radiation detector that uses a scintillator material to detect and measure ionizing radiation. The scintillation counter principle of working involves the interaction of the radiation with the scintillator material, which results in the production of light photons. These photons are then detected by a photomultiplier tube, which converts … Read more
GM counter working and construction What is GM counter A Geiger Muller (GM) counter is used to detect the direction and measurement of all types of radiation like α, β, and γ radiation. GM counter Construction A Geiger Muller counter consists of a fine wire (usually made of tungsten) mounted along the axis of a … Read more