7D10.11 - Reference Collection of Uranium and Thorium Minerals

Test each of the samples in the collection with the Geiger Counter.
Code Number:
7D10.11
Demo Title:
Reference Collection of Uranium and Thorium Minerals
Condition:
Excellent
Principle:
Natural and Artificial Radioactive Sources
Area of Study:
Modern Physics
Equipment:
Geiger Counter, sample collection, "Prospecting for Uranium" booklet.
Procedure:

There is an accompanying booklet and information.  Provided by generous donation from David Berman.

Test each of the samples in the collection with the Geiger Counter. 

References:
  • M. P. Fewell, "Specific Activities of the Elements", AJP, Vol. 62, #11, Nov. 1994, p. 1043.
  • "Prospecting for Uranium", Published by the United States Atomic Energy Commission and the United States Geological Survey, Revised October 1951.

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