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What exactly is a Beta Gross Count Rate (CPM):

 
archery mom

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03/19/2011 02:10 AM
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What exactly is a Beta Gross Count Rate (CPM):
I've been seeing people over the last few days posting radiation readings from RADNET. These posters all seem to be focusing on a Beta Gross Count Rate (CPM) number; a number that at times is quite high and creates alarm.

Nowhere have I seen an explanation as to what exactly a Beta Gross Count Rate (CPM) is. Can a scientific type out there please explain this? What does it equate to? Sieverts? Rads? something else entirely?

Thanks!
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03/19/2011 02:12 AM
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Re: What exactly is a Beta Gross Count Rate (CPM):
they don't give specific data on what range 1, 2, 3, etc. actually mean.

I would recommend you track the levels over time to see trends. If the levels increase by a lot over a few hours or days, then you should worry.
archery mom  (OP)

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03/19/2011 02:23 AM
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Re: What exactly is a Beta Gross Count Rate (CPM):
Thank you, AC! I posted my question at the same time you answered it, and I respectfully yield the thread to you! :)

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