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Geiger Tube

Description:

A Geiger tube, also known as a Geiger-Muller tube, is a type of radiation detector used to measure and detect ionizing radiation. It consists of a sealed cylindrical metal tube filled with a special gas mixture and a wire electrode at the center. When ionizing particles pass through the tube, they ionize the gas, creating an electrical pulse that can be measured. Geiger tubes are commonly used in various applications, including laboratory research, environmental monitoring, and radiation therapy.

Sample Sentences:

• The geiger tube clicked rapidly as it detected the presence of radioactive material.
• Scientists use geiger tubes to assess the radiation levels in nuclear power plants.
• Tom purchased a geiger tube for his personal radiation monitoring during his hiking trips.

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