Capsule Dosimeters for Ultraviolet Radiation Measurements on Coral Reefs and in Seawater

This work reports on the new chemical dosimeters for UV radiation dose measurements coral reefs and in seawater. The proposed can measure actual of radiation, which consists 95% UVA 5% UVB unlike currently-used radiometers marine ocean waters that separately. are composed water, poly(ethylene oxide)-block-poly(propylene oxide)-block-poly(ethylene oxide) (Pluronic F-127) as a gel matrix, 2,3,5-triphenyltetrazolium chloride (TTC) radiation-sensitive compound. In work, were characterised terms their response to depending TTC concentration irradiation storage conditions dosimeters. stability over time was also examined. obtained results indicate TTC-Pluronic F-127 be used absorbed doses saltwater environment. developed with 0.1% up 5 J/cm2, predisposes them at depth more than 10 m sea 10-min intervals during all months throughout year.