IR-192 Meaning
The IR-192 meaning is "Iridium-192". The IR-192 abbreviation has 1 different full form.
IR-192 Full Forms
- Iridium-192 Iridium-192 is a radioactive isotope of iridium, with a half-life of 73.83 days. It decays by emitting beta (β) particles and gamma (γ) radiation. Iridium-192 is also a strong gamma ray emitter. There are seven principal energy packets produced during its disintegration process ranging from just over 0.2 to about 0.6 MeV. Iridium-192 is commonly used as a gamma ray source in industrial radiography to locate flaws in metal components. It is also used in radiotherapy as a radiation source, in particular in brachytherapy. Medical, Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does IR-192 stand for?
IR-192 stands for Iridium-192.
What is the shortened form of Iridium-192?
The short form of "Iridium-192" is IR-192.
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