kerma-rate constant

The quantity kerma-rate constant (k) makes it possible to convert becquerel (Bq) to gray (Gy) in the case of radiation from external activity (A):

K = k×A×t / r2

K = kerma in air (in Gy)
k = kerma-rate constant (in Gy·m2·Bq-1·h-1)
A = activity (in Bq)
t = exposure time (in h)

There are several variants of this quantity, such as dose rate constant (d), ambient dose rate constant (h), and gamma constant (Γ).

Related concepts

  • attenuation coefficient
  • buildup factor
  • dose conversion coefficient
  • half-value thickness
  • inverse square law
  • radiotoxicity equivalent
  • transmission

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