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Radioisotopes are used in medical field to

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treat burns

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prevent water borne diseases

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investigate the activities of thyroid gland

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form MRI scans

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The correct option is C
investigate the activities of thyroid gland

Radioisotopes are used to investigate the activities of thyroid gland using a Radioisotope of Iodine.

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