Γ-quantum

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004972",
  "term": "Γ-quantum",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A discrete packet of electromagnetic energy, also known as a photon, emitted from an atomic nucleus during a nuclear transition. These quanta are typically of very high energy, much higher than X-rays, and are a form of ionizing radiation. The energy of a gamma quantum is characteristic of the specific nuclear energy level transition from which it originates.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "photon",
    "γ-radiation"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1982, 54, 1533. 'Glossary of terms used in nuclear analytical chemistry (Provisional)' on page 1543 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac198254081533)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/g-quantum/"
}