Chemistry Extra Credit

how does nuclear chemistry help in cancer diagnosis?

it helps doctors see tumors using radioactive tracers

why do some factories use radiation to measure product thickness?

it keeps materials the right size

how does nuclear chemistry help treat thyroid problems?

radioactive iodine is used to treat the thyroid

how is nuclear chemistry used in security checks?

scanners use radiation to see inside bags

why do scientists study radiation in the environment?

to make sure plants, animals, and people stay safe

how can nuclear chemistry help track pollution?

radioactive tracers show where pollution moves

why do some power plants use uranium?

it releases energy when split

how does nuclear chemistry help in weather satellites?

radioactive power sources help run them for decades

how can radiation help sterilize medical tools?

it kills germs without heat

why is nuclear chemistry important in disaster response?

it helps detect dangerous radiation levels

how does nuclear chemistry help control insects?

radiation can make male insects sterile

how is nuclear chemistry used in art restoration?

radiation scans help detect fake or damaged parts

how can radiation help clean water?

it kills bacteria in water treatment

why is nuclear waste stored far underground?

to keep people and animals safe

how does nuclear chemistry help in oil exploration?

tracers help map underground rocks

how does nuclear chemistry help study climate change?

isotopes show past temperatures in ice and oceans

how can radiation help preserve books?

it kills mo

how does nuclear chemistry help in manufacturing batteries?

it tests materials using radiation

why are smoke alarms tested with radiation sources?

to make sure they detect smoke correctly

how does nuclear chemistry help create better crops?

radiation can create new plant varieties