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geiger counter

/ˈɡaɪɡər ˌkaʊntər/

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/ˈɡaɪɡər ˌkaʊntər/C1formalscientific
  • ruУстройство, используемое для обнаружения и измерения ионизирующего излучения, такого как альфа-, бета- и гамма-лучи, обычно применяемое в научных, медицинских и охранных целях.

A device used to detect and measure ionizing radiation, such as alpha, beta, and gamma rays, commonly used in scientific, medical, and safety contexts.

  1. Radiation detection deviceB2formal

    An instrument used for detecting and measuring ionizing radiation, such as alpha, beta, and gamma rays.

    ruСчётчик Гейгера

    • The scientist used a Geiger counter to check for radioactive contamination.
    • Geiger counters click rapidly when near a radioactive source.
    • After the nuclear accident, workers carried Geiger counters to monitor safety levels.