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FACTEUR AUTO-ABSORPTION [1 record]

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Record 1 2016-11-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Atomic Physics
  • Chemistry
DEF

Of a radiation source, a factor applied to a radiation quantity to give its value when reduced by self-absorption.

OBS

In some countries, called "source efficiency".

OBS

self-absorption factor: term and definition standardized by ISO.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique atomique
  • Chimie
DEF

Pour une source de rayonnement, facteur appliqué à une quantité de rayonnement pour en donner la valeur après réduction par auto-absorption.

OBS

facteur d'auto-absorption : terme et définition normalisés par l'ISO.

OBS

efficacité d'une source : terme extrait du «Glossaire de l’énergie nucléaire» et reproduit avec l’autorisation de l’Organisation de coopération et de développement économiques.

Spanish

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