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Frequently asked questions
Quick Decon Questions
Cs-137, assume specific activity of 87 Ci/g, 450 uCi = approx. 0.000074 mEq. Co-60, assume specific activity of 1150 Ci/g. 450 uCi = approx. 7.6 E-7 mEq. Assume resin capacity of 1 mEq / g . Most resins vary between 2 and 4 mEq / g. Effectiveness of the resin depends on the construction of the column, operating pressure, contamination with non radioactive metals (especially Iron), channeling, etc. Considering all the different factors, the column size should be appropriate for the flow rate desired avoiding excess pressure
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