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Alright, I've confirmed that Radium produces Gamma rays. But how much does it put off? Is it a really high level or a tolerable level that can be stopped.
Kalrag said:say I am using about 1 - 1 1/2 grams of radium.
Radium is a naturally occurring radioactive element with the atomic number 88. It produces Gamma Radiation through a process called radioactive decay, where its unstable nucleus releases energy in the form of Gamma Rays.
The amount of Gamma Radiation produced by Radium varies depending on the specific isotope of Radium and its activity level. On average, 1 gram of Radium-226 can produce 1 million times more Gamma Radiation than 1 gram of Uranium.
Yes, Radium's Gamma Radiation is considered harmful to humans. Exposure to high levels of Gamma Radiation can cause damage to cells and tissues, leading to health problems such as cancer. However, the amount of Gamma Radiation produced by Radium is relatively low and can be safely handled with proper precautions.
The amount of Gamma Radiation produced by Radium can be measured using a device called a Geiger counter, which detects and counts the number of Gamma Rays emitted by a radioactive material. The measurement unit for Gamma Radiation is the Sievert (Sv) or its subunit, the millisievert (mSv).
Radium's Gamma Radiation has various applications in science and medicine. It is used in cancer treatments, industrial radiography, and sterilization of medical equipment. It is also used in research to study the effects of radiation on living organisms and to develop new technologies for radiation detection and protection.