Physics PYQ 139 of 144 · Modern Physics

Which one of the following is used in the treatment of blood cancer?

  1. AIodine - 131
  2. BSodium - 24
  3. CPhosphorus - 32
  4. DCobalt - 60

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Correct answer: (d) Cobalt - 60

Explanation

Cobalt-60 is a radioactive isotope that emits high-energy gamma rays, used in radiotherapy for blood cancer (leukemia).

Iodine-131 treats thyroid disorders, Sodium-24 traces blood circulation, and Phosphorus-32 is used in some bone/skin cancer studies.

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