Radioactivity: Anthropogenic Sources
Autor Michael Wiescheren Limba Engleză Paperback – 16 ian 2025
It first explores the development and applications of technically enhanced natural radioactivity (TENR) and addresses nuclear energy sources, the fission and fusion processes, and the issues of radioactive fallout from nuclear weapon use and test programs. Later chapters explore the cutting-edge medical applications of radioactive materials in diagnostics and therapy, exploring nuclear medicine technologies such as x-ray tomography, brachytherapy, and positron emission tomography (PET). They also detail the broad range of applications of radioactive materials in industrial production processes, in the sterilization of tools and materials in the medical and the food industries, and in the analysis of art and archaeological material to analyse paintings and painting techniques to identify fakes and forgeries. The book concludes with a discussion of the societal impact and understanding of radioactivity, alongside detailing the underlying reasons for its negative preconceptions and the possible mitigation of these through better education and information practices.
This book will be of interest to non-science undergraduate and physics graduate students alike, as well as to interested lay-people looking for an introduction to radioactivity.
Key Features:
- Written in an accessible style, to be understood by readers without a formal scientific education
- Highly illustrated throughout
- Authored by an expert in the field, drawing from decades of experience in experimental nuclear physics
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781032564012
ISBN-10: 1032564016
Pagini: 300
Ilustrații: 418
Dimensiuni: 178 x 254 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.56 kg
Ediția:1
Editura: CRC Press
Colecția CRC Press
Locul publicării:Boca Raton, United States
ISBN-10: 1032564016
Pagini: 300
Ilustrații: 418
Dimensiuni: 178 x 254 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.56 kg
Ediția:1
Editura: CRC Press
Colecția CRC Press
Locul publicării:Boca Raton, United States
Public țintă
General, Postgraduate, and Undergraduate AdvancedCuprins
Chapter 10: From Natural to Anthropogenic Radioactivity. Chapter 11: TENR: Technically Enhanced Radioactivity. Chapter 12: Nuclear Weapons. Chapter 13: Nuclear Energy. Chapter 14: Radiation Therapy and Nuclear Medicine. Chapter 15: Radiological Applications in Industry and Technology. Chapter 16: Radioactivity in Art and Archaeology. Chapter 17: Radioactivity and Society. Index.
Notă biografică
Michael Wiescher is Freimann Professor for Physics and Director of the Institute for Structure and Nuclear Astrophysics at the University of Notre Dame, Adjunct Professor at Michigan State University, Visiting Professor at the University of Edinburgh, UK.
Recenzii
Radioactivity is a natural phenomenon which after its discovery more than 100 years ago had a quite exciting, but also controversial history. On one hand, the exploration of its origin opened doors to a deeper understanding of fundamental processes in nature as well as to the structure of matter in the quantum world and its interaction. On the other hand, radioactivity was soon recognized as a powerful tool in applied sciences and in medical applications, but also as a phenomenon with potentially deadly effects.
Michael Wiescher takes the reader on an exciting journey into the science and diverse applications of radioactivity. Following a quite comprehensible synapsis of some basic science underlying the different forms of radioactivity, the reader is taken to the stars and other cosmic events, is confronted with nuclear power production and its risk, but also to the role of radioactivity in environmental studies, the fascinating possibilities it offers for studies of art and cultural heritage. The reader can enjoy a thorough discussion about the many applications of radioactivity in medical treatments and diagnosis, here carefully confronted with the harm it can have to living tissues, and in industrial fabrication and quality assurance. Not the least, the book has a close look on radioactivity in connection with nuclear weapons.
The book is the outcome of courses which Professor Wiescher has given at Notre Dame University aiming at physics majors but also at students with a general interest in science. The book benefits tremendously from Michael Wiescher's eminent expertise on the subject being a world leading experimental nuclear physicists and an exceptional communicator and teacher. The book can be warmly recommended to researchers, students and scientifically interested readers. I am sure that they will benefit from the book as much as I did.
- Karlheinz Langanke, GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research, March 2025
The fear of radioactivity has had profound impacts on the geopolitics of our planet. This book explains in simple language that radioactivity is in fact a very natural phenomenon. Radioactivity helps our planet maintain its atmosphere, heats the earth, and can provide a carbon emission free source of energy. The outlook of the book in two volumes is refreshing and should be read by everyone interested in the future of our planet. Energy is a necessity for growth and innovation; however, the production of that energy needs to be something that does not destroy the planet. Radioactivity Volume I: A Natural phenomenon explains the fundamentals of radioactivity and its role in the chemistry and biology of life. The origin of life, the origin of the radioactive elements that make up our universe, and the radioactive universe itself in everyday terms accessible to the public.
In Volume II: Anthropogenic sources, Wiescher describes the radioactivity created by humanity in burning fossil fuels, in testing nuclear weapons, in the creation of energy, and its numerous uses in society from medicine to industry and the study of art and archeology. Today, nuclear medicine is a thriving subdivision of the medical field with the use of radioactive isotopes that both diagnose and simultaneously treat tumors. The history of humanity is now also explored with the use of radioactivity that can reveal composition, provenance, and age of archeological objects or even modern pieces of art. The second volume addresses and encourages a second look at nuclear energy through the lenses of a better understanding of radioactivity.
- Ani Aprahamian, Professor of Chemistry & BioChemistry at University of Notre Dame, March 2025
Both books Radioactivity I and II, written by one of the world’s leading and most accomplished nuclear astrophysicists, Michael Wiescher, are great examples for a successful introduction and deepening of the naturally occurring phenomenon of radioactivity.The author illuminates the many different facets of this fascinating subject – from natural occurrence, its sources and effects on our everyday life, to the anthropogenically created sources and their technological impact and applications. He thoroughly describes, also for beginners, the basic science, and does not leave out difficult topics like nuclear weapons and their consequences for mankind.
Both books are an incredible resource: they are rich in content but are also supplemented with extensive references. As such, for me, they serve as an excellent guide for lecture preparation as well as an accompanying extension for students at all levels seeking a deeper and wider understanding of the topic Radioactivity.
Personally, I highly recommend both volumes – everyone interested, and every expert should have both books on their bookshelf.
- Dr. Christoph Langer, Professor for Applied Nuclear Physics at University in Aachen, March 2025
Michael Wiescher takes the reader on an exciting journey into the science and diverse applications of radioactivity. Following a quite comprehensible synapsis of some basic science underlying the different forms of radioactivity, the reader is taken to the stars and other cosmic events, is confronted with nuclear power production and its risk, but also to the role of radioactivity in environmental studies, the fascinating possibilities it offers for studies of art and cultural heritage. The reader can enjoy a thorough discussion about the many applications of radioactivity in medical treatments and diagnosis, here carefully confronted with the harm it can have to living tissues, and in industrial fabrication and quality assurance. Not the least, the book has a close look on radioactivity in connection with nuclear weapons.
The book is the outcome of courses which Professor Wiescher has given at Notre Dame University aiming at physics majors but also at students with a general interest in science. The book benefits tremendously from Michael Wiescher's eminent expertise on the subject being a world leading experimental nuclear physicists and an exceptional communicator and teacher. The book can be warmly recommended to researchers, students and scientifically interested readers. I am sure that they will benefit from the book as much as I did.
- Karlheinz Langanke, GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research, March 2025
The fear of radioactivity has had profound impacts on the geopolitics of our planet. This book explains in simple language that radioactivity is in fact a very natural phenomenon. Radioactivity helps our planet maintain its atmosphere, heats the earth, and can provide a carbon emission free source of energy. The outlook of the book in two volumes is refreshing and should be read by everyone interested in the future of our planet. Energy is a necessity for growth and innovation; however, the production of that energy needs to be something that does not destroy the planet. Radioactivity Volume I: A Natural phenomenon explains the fundamentals of radioactivity and its role in the chemistry and biology of life. The origin of life, the origin of the radioactive elements that make up our universe, and the radioactive universe itself in everyday terms accessible to the public.
In Volume II: Anthropogenic sources, Wiescher describes the radioactivity created by humanity in burning fossil fuels, in testing nuclear weapons, in the creation of energy, and its numerous uses in society from medicine to industry and the study of art and archeology. Today, nuclear medicine is a thriving subdivision of the medical field with the use of radioactive isotopes that both diagnose and simultaneously treat tumors. The history of humanity is now also explored with the use of radioactivity that can reveal composition, provenance, and age of archeological objects or even modern pieces of art. The second volume addresses and encourages a second look at nuclear energy through the lenses of a better understanding of radioactivity.
- Ani Aprahamian, Professor of Chemistry & BioChemistry at University of Notre Dame, March 2025
Both books Radioactivity I and II, written by one of the world’s leading and most accomplished nuclear astrophysicists, Michael Wiescher, are great examples for a successful introduction and deepening of the naturally occurring phenomenon of radioactivity.The author illuminates the many different facets of this fascinating subject – from natural occurrence, its sources and effects on our everyday life, to the anthropogenically created sources and their technological impact and applications. He thoroughly describes, also for beginners, the basic science, and does not leave out difficult topics like nuclear weapons and their consequences for mankind.
Both books are an incredible resource: they are rich in content but are also supplemented with extensive references. As such, for me, they serve as an excellent guide for lecture preparation as well as an accompanying extension for students at all levels seeking a deeper and wider understanding of the topic Radioactivity.
Personally, I highly recommend both volumes – everyone interested, and every expert should have both books on their bookshelf.
- Dr. Christoph Langer, Professor for Applied Nuclear Physics at University in Aachen, March 2025
Descriere
This book provides an accessible introduction to radioactivity. The second in a two-volume set, this volume is presented in two parts, covering its development and modern applications.