Question

What is a Geiger counter? Mention its signifi­cance.

Answer 1

Geiger counter:

A Geiger counter is a radioactive detector used to detect radiation and measure all types of radiation, such as alpha rays, beta rays, and gamma rays.

Significance:

1. It indicates a higher level of radiation in the ground around the pipes.
2. With the help of this device, the radioactive compound accumulates in the area of a blood clot or tumor in the patient's body which gives the exact location of the tumor or blood clot.