Towards real-time aquatic monitoring of Strontium-90: performanceevaluation of CaF2(Eu) and ZnSe(Al,O) scintillators

Key Points

• Real-time monitoring of strontium-90 is essential for environmental safety and health.
• The performance of CaF2(Eu) and ZnSe(Al,O) scintillators was evaluated for their effectiveness.
• The assessment focused on detecting radioactive materials in water, highlighting their potential uses.
• Improving detection methods could lead to better monitoring and response systems in aquatic environments.