Abstract
The thermoluminescence (TL) characteristics of the green emission band of natural calcite are studied. The kinetic parameters of the natural and laboratory-induced defects were estimated. The γ-dose response was studied in the range of 0.01-10
4
Gy. The fading rate at room temperature is monitored over a period of 30 days. The results showed that calcite has a potential use as a material for γ-ray TL dosimeters for food sterilization, testing of materials and other industrial or reactor procedures.