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Are alpha particles suitable for detecting underground leaks in pipes?
Alpha particles are simple helium nuclei, and form the bulk of ionizing radiation. However, since alpha particles are much larger and heavier than beta radiation (electrons) and gamma radiation (photons), they are easily blocked by lightweight solids, such as paper. Therefore, they would be a poor means of detecting underground leaks in pipes, since they would not travel well through dense ground or metal.
What can be blocked with a sheet of paper?
A lot of things, but I think you might be referring to which form of radiation since this is the classic answer as to what would stop Alpha radiation. Furthermore tinfoil would stop alpha and beta radiation and lead would stop alpha, beta and gamma radiation.
What is the opposite of electromagnetic radiation?
Just found this one out. The answer is: gravity.
What term is energy emitted as electromagnetic waves?
The term for energy emitted as electromagnetic waves is radiation.
Which type of radiation would have largest mass?
Alpha radiation would have the largest mass among the types of radiation, as it consists of helium nuclei containing two protons and two neutrons. Beta radiation, on the other hand, consists of high-speed electrons or positrons with much smaller masses.
Are alpha particles suitable for detecting underground leaks in pipes?
Alpha particles are simple helium nuclei, and form the bulk of ionizing radiation. However, since alpha particles are much larger and heavier than beta radiation (electrons) and gamma radiation (photons), they are easily blocked by lightweight solids, such as paper. Therefore, they would be a poor means of detecting underground leaks in pipes, since they would not travel well through dense ground or metal.
Why would there be air in water pipes?
Air can get into pipes for many reasons. If you are on a well system you may be sucking air in from loose connections. On many municipal systems there are numerous leaks and each sucks in some air to the system.
How much water can you save when you don't have leaks in your pipes?
You would have to know how big the leak was and how long it had been leaking to make any sort of guess.
When and how would you check for leaks in the anesthetic machine?
A check for leaks in anesthetic machines are done just prior to each use and at regularly scheduled intervals. A diagnostic routine is ran using the machine's built in software to determine if any leaks exist.
Why would a 1994 SL2 develop a loud growling and rattling sound?
Check your muffler pipes.
Why would your 86 vanagon be running perfectly but revving very hi?
check for vacuum leaks
Why would you be smelling gas from your 1996 Tahoe when you turn the engine off?
check for leaks, mostly check toward the rear and lines.
How would radiation be used at an airport?
X-rays are used to check luggage.
What would cause a tub faucet to lose water pressure when the other faucets work?
check for leaks
Why would you not use sodium for making water pipes?
Sodium reacts vigorously with water, resulting in the production of flammable hydrogen gas. This could pose a safety hazard in water pipes, especially if they are exposed to moisture. Additionally, sodium can corrode certain materials used in pipes, leading to structural damage and leaks.
Antifreeze was put into my heating system i have a septic system and use water from my well epa says no because if the pipes sweat or leak the ground water is at risk?
Antifreeze is harmful to the environment and should not be used in a heating system connected to a septic system and well. The EPA advises against this to prevent contamination of groundwater in case of leaks or sweating pipes. It would be best to remove the antifreeze from the system and use a safer alternative to protect your water source.
Hissing sound from pipes but no water from well water?
I would first check to ensure the pump is below the water level in the well. These pumps will pump air. If the pump (or foot valve) is below the water level, then I would check my pressure tank to make sure that it is not full of air.
