Gamma radiation

Electromagnetic wave radiation emitted by an atomic nucleus. Gamma radiation of the same physical nature as visible light, however with considerably more energy and high penetration capacity in matter. Heavy materials such as lead or concrete must therefore be used for shielding from gamma radiation. Apart from the type of generation gamma radiation can be compared to X-radiation.

On April 25th, 2017 the operating duties and responsibilities for the Konrad repository were transferred to the BGE, the Federal Company for Radioactive Waste Disposal. Therefore this archival page of the Federal Office for Radiation Protection has not been updated since April 24th, 2017. You find current information about the Konrad repository at www.bge.de/en/konrad