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What are radio isotopes? Discuss any three examples of radioactive isotopes along with their applications.


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  • The isotopes which are unstable due to presence of extra neutrons in their nuclei and emits various types of radiations and become more stable are called radio active isotopes.
  • They emit alpha, beta, gamma etc. to become stable.
  • They are made use in many fields.
  • Iodine-131 is a radioactive isotope of iodine and it is used for the diagnosis and treat cancer in thyroid gland.
  • Cobalt-60 is a radioactive isotope of cobalt and is used for the treatment of cancer.
  • U-235 is a isotope of uranium which is radio active and is used as a fuel in nuclear power plants.

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