The reduction in counting efficiency of the scintillation detector is called as __________
A. Disintegration
B. Decay
C. Quenching
D. Reduction
Answer:C
The reduction in counting efficiency of the scintillation detector is called as __________
A. Disintegration B. Decay C. Quenching D. Reduction
Explanation: The reduction in counting efficiency of the scintillation detector is called as quenching. Substances added to the counting vial can reduce the efficiency.