Abstract
The Auger effect in the heaviest elements has been investigated with magnetic beta-ray spectrometers. -Auger yields for ytterbium, polonium, and uranium of 0.064±0.01, 0.058±0.005, and 0.033±0.010, respectively, were obtained. The -Auger electrons of ytterbium and polonium were resolved into two groups, and , according as two or one electrons were involved. The ratios of the intensities of the electrons to the electrons for ytterbium and polonium were found to be 0.64±0.05 and 0.55±0.03, respectively. A summary of measurements of -fluorescence yields and -Auger electron intensity ratios is given. A revised decay scheme for and a redetermination of the half-life of (7.20±0.05 hours) is included.
- Received 7 November 1955
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRev.101.1306
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