Calculating Transmission Factor and Intensity Ratio of Co K Radiation Filters

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In summary, filters for Co K radiation are typically made of iron oxide powder and a filter containing 5 mg Fe2O3 is being considered. To determine the transmission factor for the Co K(alpha) line, one must first calculate the intensity absorption of Fe2O3 at the K(alpha) energy and at the K(beta) energy. This information can be found in the x-ray data booklet or online. Assuming a cross-sectional area for the beam, one can then solve for the filter's thickness using the Lambert-Beer law and calculate the transmittance. This process may require using simultaneous equations.
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filters for Co K radiation are usually made of iron oxide power. If a filter contains 5 mg Fe2O3, what is the transmission factor for the Co K(alpa) line? What is the intensity ratio of Co K(alpha) to Co K(beta) in the filtered beam?

agh... i have no idea where to start on that question...
 
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At the K_a energy how much of the intensity will Fe2O3 absorb? And the same for K_b? Can you figure it out from here?
 
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@@a you can't figure out the intensity with that limited amount of information, right?
 
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You'll need the mass abs. coeffs. for the relevant energies from the x-ray data booklet or from here http://physics.nist.gov/PhysRefData/XrayMassCoef/cover.html. I don't remember if the booklet has those but the site does for sure. If you assume a cross sectional area A for the beam and require the filter to be of the same A you can solve for it's thickness and the use the good ol' Lambert-Beer law to calculate the transmittance.
 
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thank you very much! :)
 
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can someone show the working out for this. Do we have to draw simultaneous equations ?
 

FAQ: Calculating Transmission Factor and Intensity Ratio of Co K Radiation Filters

What is the purpose of calculating transmission factor and intensity ratio of Co K radiation filters?

The purpose of calculating these values is to determine the efficiency of the filters in allowing Co K radiation to pass through and to compare the intensities of the radiation before and after passing through the filters.

How do you calculate the transmission factor of a Co K radiation filter?

The transmission factor is calculated by dividing the intensity of the Co K radiation after passing through the filter by the initial intensity of the radiation before the filter. This value is then multiplied by 100 to get a percentage.

What factors can affect the transmission factor of a Co K radiation filter?

The thickness and composition of the filter material, as well as the energy and wavelength of the Co K radiation, can affect the transmission factor. Other external factors such as temperature and pressure may also play a role.

How is the intensity ratio of Co K radiation filters determined?

The intensity ratio is determined by dividing the intensity of the Co K radiation after passing through the first filter by the intensity after passing through the second filter. This value can be used to compare the effectiveness of different filters in blocking or attenuating the radiation.

Why is it important to calculate transmission factor and intensity ratio of Co K radiation filters?

Calculating these values allows us to understand the effectiveness of Co K radiation filters and ensure that the appropriate filters are being used for specific experiments or applications. It also allows us to compare different filters and determine which ones are most suitable for our needs.

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