Alpha decay half-life of Sm in metal samarium and SmO.

Authors :: Su, J.
Li, Z. H.
Zhu, L. C.
Lian, G.
Bai, X. X.
Wang, Y. B.
Guo, B.
Wang, B. X.
Yan, S. Q.
Zeng, S.
Li, Y. J.
Li, E. T.
Jin, S. J.
Liu, X.
Fan, Q. W.
Zhang, J. L.
Jiang, X. Y.
Lu, J. X.
Lan, X. F.
Tang, X. Z.
Source :: European Physical Journal A -- Hadrons & Nuclei. Oct2010, Vol. 46 Issue 1, p69-72. 4p. 1 Black and White Photograph, 1 Diagram, 3 Charts, 1 Graph.
Publication Year :: 2010
Abstract: In order to investigate the possible influence of metallic environment on the alpha decay process, we have measured the Sm activities in the hosts of metal samarium and SmO . The Sm half-life was found to be (1.06±0.01)×10 y in metal samarium and (1.07±0.01)×10 y in SmO , respectively. No significant change has been observed within the experimental uncertainty. The absolute half-life presented here is consistent with the recommended value. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]