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Beta ray absorption
An investigation looking at how beta radiation is absorbed when it passes through different thicknesses of aluminum. From this you can then calculate the absorption coefficient for aluminum. When doing this investigation please ensure you have followed CLEAPSS guidance or the safety body for your country. This set up could also be used at GCSE for higher ability students.
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