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Pu-239

Radioisotope requires long-term storage to prevent the risk of biological exposure

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Co-60

Isotope used to treat cancer

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U-238

Radioisotope used in dating geological formations

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C-14 and C-12

Used to date the remains of once living organisms

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C-14

Isotope used in radioactive dating of the remains of organic materials

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I-131

Radioisotope used for diagnosing thyroid disorders

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Gamma radiation

Used for radiotherapy

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Beta and Gamma radiation

Used for tracers

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Alpha particles

Used for smoke detectors