Estimation of 134Cs activity by a new approximation referred to the sum-peak method via a well-type Ge detector.

The activity of a sample containing 134Cs and 137Cs was estimated by means of a new approximation referred to the sum-peak method using a well-type Ge detector. The contribution of 137Cs to the total count rate was estimated from its peak count rate, and subtracted from the total count rate. Then the total count rate originating from 134Cs was estimated. Finally, the new method was applied and the 134Cs activity was estimated.