Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 18 - Nuclear Chemistry - Questions for Review and Thought - Review Questions - Page 817a: 9

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Cobalt-60 is a radioactive isotope which stops the development of cancer. Carbon-14 isotope is used to determine the age of plant and animal remains (radiocarbon dating).

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