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Sample Type

Filters

Elements

Th

Radioisotopes 234Th, 228Th, 232Th, 230Th
Detection by alpha
Description

This method describes the separation and purification of samples for the analysis of 234Th, 228Th, 230Th and 232Th by alpha counting. Samples are filtered particulates from approximately 100 L of seawater and could be modified for different filter types. Procedure also provides instruction for digestion and electroplating.

Source K. Buesseler
Year1992
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