Nuclear Reactions 1.3 Flashcards
Nuclear stuff
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Radiotherapy
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Cancerous cells are exposed to high levels of radiation which stops the cells from multiplying. Also damages healthy cells and leads to side effects.
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Nuclear Imaging
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Radioisotopes are used to obtain detailed images of metabolic and biochemical activity in the body. Eg: PET scans (positron emission tomography)
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Half - Life definition
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Time it takes for half the nucleus to decay
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