A Study of Shielding Properties of X-ray and Gamma in Barium Compounds |
Seenappa, L.
(Department of Physics, Government College for women)
Manjunatha, H.C. (Department of Physics, Government College for women) Chandrika, B.M. (PC Extension, St.Annes School) Chikka, Hanumantharayappa (Vivekananda Degree College) |
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