4 Jan 2008
Instant X-Ray Photography
Do you like photography? Do you also like blasting yourself with radiation? This instant X-Ray project is perfect for you! Actually, you won’t be blasting yourself with radiation, as these exposures can take a long time to make (so when we say “instant”, we mean you’re using instant film). But one of the ingredients called for is “radioactive material.” I don’t think you can find that at your local supermarket, but don’t worry because our friends over at United Nuclear have got you covered. Alternatively, you can use a human as your radioactive source if they have recently undergone chemo therapy or been injected with other radioactive drugs. [via]
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X-Rays are cool I read study from an online surveys company about x-rays.
Actually, you can find radioactive material at your local supermarket. Just stock up on salt substitute AKA Potassium Chloride. The radioactive potassium will expose the film using a month or two of exposure. You can also buy Potassium Chloride as rock salt and you’ll get a 50lb bag instead of a few ounces. It lends to shorter exposures. Good luck!