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Types of radioactivity - class-X
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The radioactive isotope used in the treatment of cancer has to be a good source of ________ radiations.
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💡 Explanation:
X-rays, gamma rays and beta particles are all used in medicine to treat internal organs. X-rays are produced by firing electrons at a metal target and gamma rays are emitted by the nucleus of radioactive atoms. Gamma rays are used to kill cancer cells, to sterilize medical equipment and in radioactive tracers.