Chemistry In Focus
Chemistry In Focus
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ISBN: 9781337399692
Author: Tro, Nivaldo J.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 8, Problem 29E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason behind the radiation responsible for cancer also being used as a treatment for cancer, is to be explained.

Concept introduction:

The emission of electromagnetic waves and subatomic particles occurs in the radioactive decay of an element. This form of energy is called radiation.

Radioactive decay involves the emission of three types of ionizing radiations, known as alpha, beta and gamma radiations.

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