Nuclear chemistry represents a vital field of basic and applied research. This Introduction to Nuclear Chemistry describes the relevant parameters of instable atomic nuclei, the various modi of radioactive transmutations, the corresponding types of radiation including their detection and dosimetry, and finally the mechanisms of nuclear reactions. This new edition has updated lirature references and new material throughout.

Modern applications of nuclear chemistry concern various scientific disciplines, such as high-sensitive, high-selective, and non-destructive analytical technologies, pharmaceutical and medical research, molecular diagnosis and patient treatment, and nuclear energy. This book also discusses the issues waste managements and environmental aspects. The new edition has updated literature references and includes new material throughout.