Uses of Radioisotopes Flashcards
1
Q
Every radioactive isotope has a _______________
A
characteristic 1/2 life
2
Q
What do plants absorb from air and water?
A
C-12, C-13, and C-14
3
Q
What happens when a plant dies?
A
the C-12 remains constant but C-14 decreases in predictable way
4
Q
What can radioactive tracers be used for?
A
To follow chemicals and trace their path as they move through cells and bodies of organisms through chemical reactions
5
Q
What are radiolabeled molecules used for?
A
They are synthesized to be used in reactions.
