Krypton-86

Name:
Krypton-86
Detailed information:
Radioactive krypton of mass number 85.

Properties:

Half-life 10.3 years. Radiations: β with a small component of γ. Low radiotoxicity.

Derivation:

A fission product extracted from irradiated nuclear fuel.

Available Forms:

Gas of high chemical purity, but mixed with other isotopes of krypton in sealed glass flasks.

Use:

Activation of phosphors for self-luminous markers, detecting leaks, medicine to trace blood flow, and in measurement of standard meter.

See Kryptonates.