Gold ans silver (and also other chemical elements) can be detected by neutron activation analysis.
Californium-252 is a neutron source for mobile NAA installations.
No, californium is not classified as a lanthanide. It is a transuranium element, belonging to the actinide series in the periodic table. Californium is a synthetic element that does not occur naturally and is primarily used in nuclear research.
All the isotopes of californium are radioactive, artificial and unstable.
Gold and silver
Californium is a metal.
Silver and gold are the metals typically used for making varakh, which is a type of edible silver and gold foil used as a decoration in Indian sweets and dishes. These metals are safe for consumption and do not react with the food.
Californium (Cf) is an element in the actinide series who's most common use is in gold and silver prospecting.
Californium is primarily used in neutron radiography and as a neutron source in neutron activation analysis. It is also utilized in nuclear reactors for its ability to generate neutrons for nuclear research and medical therapy.
Californium is primarily used in neutron radiography, nuclear reactors, and oil exploration. It is also used in neutron moisture gauges for soil analysis and in portable neutron sources for security and detection purposes.
Californium chloride has not uses now.
Californium-252 is used to treat some cancers.
Silver and Gold
Californium can detect gold by emitting a type of radiation called neutrons. These neutrons interact with the gold atoms, causing them to emit characteristic gamma rays that can be detected using specialized equipment. This method is called neutron activation analysis and is used to accurately determine the presence and quantity of gold in a sample.
Californium oxychloride is primarily used in scientific research for studying the behavior of californium and its properties. It may also have potential applications in nuclear reactor control rods and neutron detectors due to californium's ability to emit neutrons.
Gold and Silver is used for filling in teeth.
The solution with gold as the solvent and silver as the solute is a gold-silver alloy, where silver is dissolved in molten gold. This type of solution is commonly used in jewelry making to create white gold or in electronics for its conductive properties.
Californium is prepared by nuclear reactions in nuclear reactors.
Californium is used to treat some cancers by neutron irradiation.