This study was carried out to estimate the concentrations of radon, radium and heavy metals in 30 samples potato corn chips consumed Kurdistan region Iraq ensure food safety. Measurements were conducted using CR-39 detector monitor radon levels X-ray fluorescence analyse copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), manganese (Mn), iron (Fe) respectively. The findings demonstrate that mean 41.41 Bq m−3 115.81 mBq kg−1, which found be lower than global average values. Thus, products analysed this are not...

This paper describes an LED-based optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) system for dose profile measurements using OSL detector strips and investigates its performance in x-ray computed tomography (CT) dosimetry. To compensate the energy response of Al2O3:C detectors, which have effective atomic number 11.28, field-specific correction factors were determined two methods: (a) comparing profiles with ionization chamber point (0.3 cm3 chamber) (b) integrated over a 100 mm length long pencil...

In this study, the effect of use chemical fertilizers on natural radioactivity levels in agricultural soil was investigated.For purpose, virgin and (fertilized) soils were collected from Erbil city, capital Iraqi Kurdistan Region.Gamma-ray spectrometry applied using a high-purity germanium (HPGe) detector to determine activity concentrations 226 Ra, 232 Th, 40 K samples.The results showed that range for are (10.6-16.2) Bq/kg, (8.8-10.7)Bq/kg, (241.8-340.9)Bq/kg, respectively, while...

This study portrays the relationship between Radon activity concentration and physicochemical parameters in groundwater Erbil city, Iraq. Primary data of samples were collected from five different zones Erbil, during February 2019. Water for both measurement analysis. taken 24 wells as a reference, then directly measured their radioactivity at laboratory Environment Office. Dissolved 222Rn sampled has been using an electronic detector RAD 7. Determination various such pH, total dissolved...

AbstractIn this study, the activity concentrations of natural and artificial radionuclides in 18 sediment samples were investigated from Iraq's Upper Lower Dukan Dam using high-purity germanium (HPGe) detector as a gamma-ray spectrometry technique. The results revealed that values concentration 226Ra, 232Th, 40K, 137Cs ranged (2.85–24.60 Bq kg−1), (1.27–7.56 (42.14–346.60 (0.14–3.62 respectively. radiological risk parameters such radium equivalent activity, absorbed dose rate, annual...

The properties of the yrast states for 100-110 Pd even–even (e–e) nuclei have been established. relation between moment inertia 2ϑ/ℏ 2 and square rotational energy (ℏω) has drawn to identify back-bending that may occur at a certain state each isotope. gamma-energy over spin Eγ/I as function I determine evolution in isotope ranging from vibration properties. suitable limit interacting boson model IBM-1 used calculate isotope, which are then compared with experimental results.

Mixed-symmetry assignments are made to the 1.570 (l;), 1.573 (2:) and 1.659 (3:) MeV levels in 2wHg. The characteristics of 2: level shared with nearby 2+ at 1.254 1.593 MeV. An interacting boson approximation (IBA-2) analysis examines sensitivity mixed-symmetry states E, parameters Majorana term finds that both magnitude sign d(E2iM1) mixing ratio 2'-2: transitions well reproduced values tt used obtain a energy fit. IBA-2 calculations also give satisfactory fit general provide X(EOiE2)...

Study of the properties nuclear isomers is a current research focus. We have studied systematic 8+ isomeric levels, half-lives, deformation parameters, and reduced transition probabilities between ? 6+ state even-even 76Ni to 94Pd nuclei for N = 48 neutrons. The calculated half-lives quadrupole moments are compared with experimental values. Moreover, we B (E2) values, intrinsic values s/s2SPas function atomic number (Z)

In this research, the ground state gamma ray bands of even 114-124 Cd isotopes are calculated using interacting boson model (IBM-1). The theoretical energy levels for Z = 48, N 66–76 up to spin-parity 8 + have been obtained by PHINT computer program. values parameters in IBM-1 Hamiltonian yield best fit experimental spectrum. results band compared previous and calculations good agreement with level.

This study aims to assess radon levels in the water of Lower Zab River. Knowing concentrations is crucial for understanding potential risks human health and implementing protective measures. ARAD7-H2O detector has been used measure concentration 28 samples from River Kurdistan Region Iraq. Results show that activity ranged 0.5 4 Bq.L−1, with an average 0.61 resulting annual effective dose (AED) varied 0.137 60.06 Sv.y−1, 12.08 Sv.y−1. The AED measured are below reference recommended by ICRP...

In this study, the activity concentration of 40K and its’ concentrations in 24 different types fruits were determined using high purity germanium (HPGe) sodium iodide scintillation (NaI) detectors. The results two measurements are consistent. Maximum minimum activities dry samples 750.61 ± 11.88 15.64 0.86 Bq kg−1 apricot olive, respectively, while fresh they 152.27 2.12 1.99 0.11 dates respectively. highest lowest potassium contents 489.81 6.42 mg/100gm olives, Drupe Tropical fruits, as a...

The performance of the electrostatic precipitator (ESP) is studied theoretically by using an advanced simulation model. theory operation ESP was presented in concepts electric potential and field their role creating corona onset, which initiate charging dust particles through process ionizations. effective design operative parameters are main keys play important to achieve good performances with demanded efficiencies. ESPVI 4.0W computer code owned employed Environmental Protection Agency...

The present study is to compare the radon activity concentration in agricultural and virgin soils from various locations along Little Zab River (LZR) Iraqi Kurdistan region. We conducted 24 measurements of soil samples using long tube techniques equipped with an electric detector called RAD7 our research. findings revealed that concentrations ranged 37.3 ± 7.52 Bq m-3 298.25 50.09 soil, 33.03 10.85 320.25 34.62 Bq.m-3 agriculture soil. annual effective dose was also calculated be 0.94 0.19...

This study investigates the activity concentration of natural radionuclides in a diverse range food samples Koya district markets baskets, including both domestic and imported products. The cover annual crops (e.g. coffee, tea, kidney beans), tree nuts almonds, pistachios), other items beef, fish, milk) by using high-purity germanium (HPGe) detector. research addresses notable gap providing baseline data on radionuclide concentrations assessing potential health risks. Average for ²²⁶Ra,...