K Shell Fluorescence Parameters by Impact of 5.96 keV Photons on Ti and Its Compounds

Area of Science:

• Atomic Physics
• Materials Science
• X-ray Spectroscopy

Background:

• Accurate K shell fluorescence parameters are crucial for various applications, including X-ray fluorescence analysis and material characterization.
• Previous experimental and theoretical data for pure titanium (Ti) may exhibit discrepancies, necessitating further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To experimentally determine K shell fluorescence parameters for pure Ti and its compounds.
• To compare the obtained experimental values for pure Ti with available literature data (both experimental and theoretical).

Main Methods:

• Utilized an Ultra-LEGe detector with a resolution of 150 eV at 5.9 keV for precise measurements.
• Excited samples using 5.96 keV photons from a (55)Fe radioisotope source (50 mCi activity).
• Measured K shell fluorescence parameters for pure Ti and selected Ti compounds.

Main Results:

• Successfully determined experimental K shell fluorescence parameters for pure Ti and its compounds.
• The experimental values for pure Ti were systematically compared with existing literature data.
• Analysis revealed the precision of the Ultra-LEGe detector in K shell fluorescence measurements.

Conclusions:

• The study provides new experimental data on K shell fluorescence parameters for Ti compounds.
• The comparison with literature values for pure Ti contributes to validating existing datasets.
• The findings support the use of high-resolution detectors for accurate atomic parameter determination.