Uses of Radioisotopes

Radioactive isotopes, or radioisotopes, have a wide range of practical applications in fields like medicine, industry, agriculture, and scientific research. Here are some notable examples:

• Carbon-14: Traces the path of carbon in photosynthesis and used in carbon dating.
• Iodine-123: Used in brain imaging diagnostics.
• Thallium-201: Helps detect tumors and is used in nuclear medicine.
• Sodium-24: Detects obstructions in the circulatory system and underground pipelines.
• Iodine-131: Diagnoses and treats thyroid disorders.
• Phosphorus-32: Used in genetic and molecular biology research.
• Calcium-47: Studies bone formation and metabolic processes in mammals.
• Cesium-137: Treats cancerous tumors through radiotherapy.
• Cobalt-60: Used in radiation therapy to kill or shrink cancer cells.
• Na-24: Identifies leaks in industrial pipelines.
• Xenon-133: Used in lung ventilation studies.
• Thorium-230: Provides color and fluorescence in glassware.
• Uranium-234: Used for natural coloration in ceramics and glass.
• Radioisotopes in general help study chemical reaction mechanisms, date archaeological objects like fossils, and assess fertilizer effectiveness in agriculture.

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