Concentration of Beryllium-7 in Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands During Northeast Monsoon Seasons

Detection of natural radionuclides in surface air provides a valuable opportunity to investigate the behaviour of radionuclides on the environment and also for probing weather patterns. Information can be gained insights including into the factors influencing their distribution and atmosphere dispersion. This information holds immense importance in comprehending the interactions between cosmogenic radionuclides and the environment and their potential role in investigating weather phenomena in Malaysia. This significance is particularly pronounced when considering rainfall, given its role as an atmospheric tracer. This study aimed to assess the activity concentrations of Beryllium-7 (Be-7), a cosmogenic radionuclide, in surface air and correlation with selected meteorological parameters in Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands, Malaysia. The study spanned from January 2011 to December 2021 and focus specifically during the Northeast Monsoon seasons. By gaining insights into the behaviour of radionuclides in different meteorological conditions, one can better understand the mechanisms that drive changes in airborne radioactivity levels and how these changes may be related to seasonal weather patterns. This knowledge may contribute to a deeper understanding of the monsoon season itself and aid in developing more effective strategies for mitigating the potential impacts of the monsoon on human health and the environment.