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Activation Analysis
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Definition
: A method of chemical analysis based on the detection of characteristic radionuclides following a nuclear bombardment. It is also known as radioactivity analysis. (McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, 4th ed)
an anal chem technique; NIM; DF: ACTIVATION ANAL
Examples
Neutron Activation Analysis
Other names
Analyses, Activation; Activation Analyses; Analysis, Activation