Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry
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Volume 6: Issue 1
Determination of trace elements in petroleum by neutron activation analysis
I. Determination of Na, S, Cl, K, Ca, V, Mn, Cu, Ga and Br
Authors:
K. Shah Washington State University Nuclear Radiation Center Pullman Washington USA

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R. Filby Washington State University Nuclear Radiation Center Pullman Washington USA

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W. Haller Washington State University Nuclear Radiation Center Pullman Washington USA

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Pages:
185–192
Online Publication Date:
12 Oct 2006
Publication Date:
01 Sep 1970
Article Category:
Research Article
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1007/bf02513910
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Abstract  

Using thermal neutron activation and a large-volume high-resolution Ge(Li) γ-ray spectrometer, the feasibility of the determination of the concentrations of Na, S, Cl, K, Ca, V, Mn, Cu, Ga, and Br in crude oils has been demonstrated. This instrumental method, which requires neither a chemical separation technique nor pre-concentration or post-concentration of trace elements by ashing, eliminates many inherent errors associated with chemical determination. The method is sensitive, precise and suitable for routine analysis. Fast neutron (n, p) and (n, α) reactions do not appreciably interfere and where necessary corrections may be applied. Loss of volatile elements, e.g. chlorine and bromine, due to recoil during irradiation is negligible.

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Print ISSN:
0236-5731
Online ISSN:
1588-2780

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Journal of Radionalytical and Nuclear Chemistry
Language English
Size A4
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Foundation		 1968
Volumes
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Issues
per Year		 12
Founder Akadémiai Kiadó
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ISSN 0236-5731 (Print)
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