| Abstract: | A technique using a small diameter probe and a portable alpha-particle scintillometer for sample collection and analysis has been developed. It is fast, efficient, cost-effective, and can be modified to accommodate a wide spectrum of sampling conditions. When soil-gas sampling for radon is combined with geophysical gamma-ray measurements, pedological characteristics of surficial materials, and geologic knowledge of bedrock, the combination forms a powerful technological basis for estimating radon potential of soils. The method can help provide information on a short time-frame so that local governments, land developers, and builders can take appropriate measures when planning new construction. |
| Genre: | Conference Paper |
| ProdID: | 70017244 |
| Citation Author: | Reimer, G. M. |
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| Citation Language: | English |
| Citation Larger Work Title: | Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry |
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| Citation Search Results Text: | Methodology for rapid assessment of the radon potential of soils; 1992; Conference Paper; Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry; Reimer, G. M. |
| Citation Start Page: | 377 |
| Citation Volume: | 161 |
| Citation Year: | 1992 |
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| Text: | Methodology for rapid assessment of the radon potential of soils; 1992; Conference Paper; Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry; Reimer, G. M. |
| URL (THUMBNAIL): | http://pubs.er.usgs.gov/thumbnails/outside_thumb.jpg |
| URL (DIGITAL OBJECT IDENTIFIER): | http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF02040484 |
| Date Other: | Wed, 1 Jan 1992 00:00 -0600 |
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