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What are two important properties of the gas used in the chamber of a Geiger counter?

The gases are typically inert gases and halogens. They are easily ionized and are maintained at a low pressure inside the chamber. (This avoids detecting a large number of high energy photons from ionizing radiation.)


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The Geiger Counter was developed by Hans Geiger.


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The Geiger counter clicked as it checked for radiation.


Why is alcohol vapor used in a Geiger counter?

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