Gamma Radiation from Interaction of 14-MEV Neutrons with Various Elements
Abstract
Experiments have been performed to observe the gamma radiation produced by interaction of 14-Mev neutrons with various materials. These included carbon, oxygen, aluminum, iron, nickel, copper, cadmium, and lead. Generally the gamma spectrum of all elements appears to consist of a low energy continuum overlaid by a series of discrete lines or bands at higher energies. The square root of the total gamma-ray cross section is a linear function of A1/3 from carbon to cadmium.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 22, 1953
- Accession Number
- AD1219752
Entities
People
- R. B. Theus
- V. E. Scherrer
- W. R. Faust
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory