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I need to know the practical applications of the absorption of gamma rays in materials.
"Attenuation of Gamma Rays" refers to the decrease in intensity of gamma rays as they pass through a material. It is a measure of how much the gamma rays are absorbed or scattered by the material.
The attenuation of gamma rays occurs through three main processes: photoelectric effect, Compton scattering, and pair production. These processes involve interactions between the gamma rays and the atoms of the material, resulting in a decrease in the intensity of the gamma rays.
The attenuation of gamma rays is affected by the type and energy of the gamma rays, the density and thickness of the material, and the atomic number and composition of the material.
The attenuation of gamma rays is important in various fields such as medical imaging, industrial radiography, and radiation protection. It allows us to control and measure the amount of radiation exposure to individuals and objects.
The attenuation of gamma rays is measured using a device called a gamma ray spectrometer. This device detects and measures the intensity of gamma rays before and after they pass through a material, allowing for the calculation of the attenuation coefficient of the material.