The SRS ALPHA school radiation source is intended for performing educational experiments showing the fundamental principles of nuclear physics. It is intended both for demonstrative experiments carried out by a teacher and for group and laboratory practice of pupils in higher grades of elementary schools and high school and university students.
ANS/ISO classification | C 64444 |
Nuclide | Am-241 |
Nominal activity | uCi: 0.26 kBq: 9.5 |
Dimensions | Total: ⌀ 10 x 12 mm Active part: ⌀ 8 x 0.25 mm |
Energy of particles | α particles: 5.44 - 5.49 MeV γ particles: 60 keV Other: soft X-ray |
Type Approval of SRS ALPHA
by State Office for Nuclear Safety - Czech Republic