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Optimization of neutron activation analysis by interactive computer graphics

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A technique has been developed for obtaining optimum operating conditions in instrumental neutron activation analysis. Computer models of neutron activation and gamma-ray spectrometry are used to generate video displays that show the variation of responses such as the number of elements determinable or average net peak area precision as functions of up to three of sample size and irradiation, decay and counting time. Optimum values of these parameters are found by interactively inspecting these displays. Counting time can be adjusted independently. Displays of the number of elements determinable are particularly useful.

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Burgess, D.D. Optimization of neutron activation analysis by interactive computer graphics. Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry, Articles 110, 51–60 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02055009

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