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Recognize that ionizing nuclear radiation can be detected using a device linked to a counter.

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Recognize that ionizing nuclear radiation can be detected using a device linked to a counter

This point belongs to Detection of radioactivity, especially Detection of radioactivity outcomes.
You need to be able to recognize that ionizing nuclear radiation can be detected using a device linked to a counter.
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Geiger-Müller Counter

A Geiger-Müller counter is a device used to detect ionizing radiation. It consists of a tube filled with gas and electrodes that measure ionization events caused by radiation.

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State the function of a Geiger-Müller counter.
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