nuclear hydrogen detection meter

noun

A device that contains a radioactive source to emit high velocity neutrons into a roof system. Reflecting neutrons are measured by a gauge that is used to detect hydrogen; the quantity of hydrogen detected may be linked to the pressure of water.

Meanings

nounnuclear hydrogen detection meter (plural nuclear hydrogen detection meters)

plural nuclear hydrogen detection meters

  1. businessA device that contains a radioactive source to emit high velocity neutrons into a roof system. Reflecting neutrons are measured by a gauge that is used to detect hydrogen; the quantity of hydrogen detected may be linked to the pressure of water.
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