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What is the main difference between stable and unstable isotopes?
What is the main difference between stable and unstable isotopes?
- Stable isotopes do not decay and do not produce radiation, while unstable isotopes readily decay and give off subatomic particles and electromagnetic energy. (correct)
- Stable isotopes can only exist in nature, while unstable isotopes are artificially produced in labs.
- Stable isotopes are used in medicine, while unstable isotopes are not.
- Stable isotopes have a longer half-life compared to unstable isotopes.
How is the distribution of a radioisotope tracked in nuclear medicine?
How is the distribution of a radioisotope tracked in nuclear medicine?
- By capturing subatomic particles emitted by the radioisotope
- By measuring the amount of radiation it gives off (correct)
- By using radioactive iodine-131 for tracking purposes
- By assessing the level of stability of the radioisotope
What is the purpose of using technetium-99m in nuclear medicine?
What is the purpose of using technetium-99m in nuclear medicine?
- To diagnose and treat thyroid function
- To scan various organs like the brain, heart, and lungs (correct)
- To test for thyroid activity
- To measure blood volume in the body
How is radioactive iodine-131 used in diagnosing thyroid activity?
How is radioactive iodine-131 used in diagnosing thyroid activity?
What is the half-life of tritium, a radioisotope of hydrogen?
What is the half-life of tritium, a radioisotope of hydrogen?
What is the main function of stable isotopes in nuclear medicine?
What is the main function of stable isotopes in nuclear medicine?
What are the two main types of isotopes mentioned in the text?
What are the two main types of isotopes mentioned in the text?
Which element has isotopes with unique names deuterium and tritium?
Which element has isotopes with unique names deuterium and tritium?
What is the risk associated with excessive exposure to radioactive isotopes?
What is the risk associated with excessive exposure to radioactive isotopes?
What is one example of a diagnostic application of radioactive iodine-131?
What is one example of a diagnostic application of radioactive iodine-131?
What is the main characteristic of radioactive isotopes used in nuclear medicine?
What is the main characteristic of radioactive isotopes used in nuclear medicine?
What is one medical application of radioactive isotopes?
What is one medical application of radioactive isotopes?
What is an isotope?
What is an isotope?
Which of the following best describes the atomic number of an atom?
Which of the following best describes the atomic number of an atom?
What is the mass number of an atom?
What is the mass number of an atom?
Which statement about isotopes is true?
Which statement about isotopes is true?
What is the atomic number of carbon?
What is the atomic number of carbon?
How many protons does a carbon-13 isotope have?
How many protons does a carbon-13 isotope have?
What distinguishes isotopes of the same element from each other?
What distinguishes isotopes of the same element from each other?
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Stable vs. Unstable Isotopes
Stable vs. Unstable Isotopes
Stable isotopes do not decay or produce radiation, while unstable isotopes decay and emit subatomic particles and electromagnetic energy.
Tracking Radioisotope Distribution
Tracking Radioisotope Distribution
Radioisotope distribution is tracked by measuring the amount of radiation it emits.
Technetium-99m Purpose
Technetium-99m Purpose
Technetium-99m is used to scan organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs.
Radioactive Iodine-131 Use
Radioactive Iodine-131 Use
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Tritium Half-Life
Tritium Half-Life
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Stable Isotopes Function
Stable Isotopes Function
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Two Main Types of Isotopes
Two Main Types of Isotopes
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Element with Deuterium and Tritium Isotopes
Element with Deuterium and Tritium Isotopes
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Risk of Radioactive Isotopes
Risk of Radioactive Isotopes
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Radioactive Iodine-131 Application
Radioactive Iodine-131 Application
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Characteristic of Radioactive Isotopes
Characteristic of Radioactive Isotopes
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Medical Application of Isotopes
Medical Application of Isotopes
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Isotope
Isotope
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Atomic Number
Atomic Number
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Mass Number
Mass Number
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Isotopes and Atomic Mass
Isotopes and Atomic Mass
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Atomic Number of Carbon
Atomic Number of Carbon
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Protons in Carbon-13
Protons in Carbon-13
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Distinguishes Isotopes
Distinguishes Isotopes
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Study Notes
- Isotopes are variations of the same element with different numbers of neutrons in their nuclei.
- All isotopes of a given element have the same atomic number and position in the periodic table.
- Stable isotopes have a stable proton-neutron combination and do not decay, while unstable isotopes are radioactive and do decay.
- Some elements can only exist as unstable isotopes.
- Hydrogen has two stable isotopes: deuterium and tritium.
- Stable isotopes do not emit radiation or pose health risks, while radioactive isotopes do.
- The half-life of a radioisotope is the time it takes for half of a sample to decay.
- Nuclear medicine uses radioactive isotopes in medical imaging and therapeutic applications.
- Medical uses of radioactive isotopes include diagnosing and treating various conditions, such as thyroid disorders and cancer.
- Technetium-99m is used in SPECT and PET imaging to examine organ function.
- Iodine-131 is used in thyroid function testing.
- Radioactive isotopes have short half-lives and typically decay before causing damage to patients.
- Commonly used radioisotopes in medicine include technetium-99m, iodine-131, and 59 Fe.
- Radioisotopes are used in cancer treatment, particularly for eye and skin cancer.
- Radioisotopes are used for anemia diagnosis and gamma ray irradiation of tumors.
- Technetium-99m, iodine-131, and xenon-133 are used for brain, thyroid, liver, bone marrow, lung, heart, and intestinal scanning.
- Gold-198 is used for liver disease diagnosis.
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