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R. W. Perkins, L. A. Rancitelli, J. A. Cooper, R. E. Brown
Nuclear Technology | Volume 9 | Number 6 | December 1970 | Pages 861-874
Analysis | doi.org/10.13182/NT70-A28718
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Rapid nondestructive mineral analysis can be performed with use of a 252Cf neutron source and a lithium-drifted germanium [Ge(Li)] diode gammaray detector. Also, in situ analysis of terrestrial and marine mineral deposits appears practical. Laboratory studies show that a 1- or 2-min exposure of mineral samples to the thermalized neutron flux from a 1-mg 252Cf source followed by a 1- or 2-min count with an 80-cm3 Ge(Li) diode will allow the measurement of most elements at concentrations of 10- to 100-fold below the levels of economic interest. The technology developed for laboratory mineral analysis is described and its applicability to in situ terrestrial and seabed mineral exploration is discussed.
