Capture γ-radiation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001615",
  "term": "Capture γ-radiation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The electromagnetic radiation emitted by an atomic nucleus immediately following the capture of a subatomic particle, such as a neutron. This radiation, consisting of high-energy photons, is released as the excited compound nucleus de-excites to a more stable state. It is a characteristic signature of neutron capture reactions and is used in techniques like neutron activation analysis.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "capture",
    "γ-radiation"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 2513. 'Nomenclature for radioanalytical chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 2516 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466122513)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/capture-g-radiation/"
}