Phosphorus-32

Physical Half Life 14.3 Days
Maximum Beta Energy 1710keV
Range of Maximum Energy Beta Particle 6m
Dose Rate at 1cm fro a 1mCi Beta Point Source 300rad/h
Most Prominent Gamma Photons n/a
Gamma Ray Exposure Rate at 1cm from a 1mCi Point Source n/a
Annual Limit on Intake - ALI (oral)* 0.4mCi
Type and Thickness of Shielding Recommended for mCi Amounts plexiglass 3/8 inch

*ALI-intake of a given radionuclide which would result in a committed effective dose equivalent of 5 rems or a committed dose equivalent of 50 rems to an organ or tissue.

For further information concerning Phosphorus-32 contact William Fendt at WFendt@udel.edu or call 831-1434.