What Can Be Done to Protect from the Harm of Gamma And X-Rays

Study shows that the density of a radiation shielding material decides its penetration by gamma and x-rays. The denser the material, the more the gamma or X-ray intensity is reduced.

As we know, lead is the densest of commonly available material, which has been used to provide shielding from gamma and x-rays. However, it should be recognized that lead is not the densest element. For example, tantalum, tungsten, and thorium are higher on the density scale, but lead is readily available, easily fabricated, and cost less than these materials. Lead bricks can be purchased and arranged in various ways to shield radiation.

Compared to lead, tungsten shows much active effects on gamma and X-ray radiation protection, as its much higher density, good machinability, environmental-friendly and high hardness. It could be machined into different shapes as per different working environment and requirement. However, cost for tungsten manufacture and machining is higher than the lead material.

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