Application Of Radiation Flashcards
1
Q
What isotope is used for medical imaging?
A
Technetium-99m
Technetium-99m is commonly used due to its ideal physical properties for imaging.
2
Q
What isotope is used for food sterilization?
A
Cobalt-60
Cobalt-60 emits gamma rays which are effective in killing bacteria and pests.
3
Q
What isotope is used to detect leaks in pipelines?
A
Sodium-24
Sodium-24 is utilized for its radioactive properties to identify leaks.
4
Q
Which type of radiation is used in PET Scans?
A
Gamma rays from Fluorine-18
Fluorine-18 is a radioactive isotope that emits positrons, which are detected as gamma rays.
5
Q
What are some dangers of radiation exposure?
A
Cell damage, cancer, genetic mutations
Radiation exposure can lead to serious health risks including long-term effects.
