Radioizotópokként

Radioizotópokként refers to radioactive isotopes. These are atoms of the same element that have a different number of neutrons in their nucleus compared to the most common form of that element. This difference in neutron count makes their nuclei unstable.

Unstable nuclei undergo radioactive decay, a process where they emit particles and/or energy to become more stable. This decay can manifest as alpha particles, beta particles, gamma rays, or a combination of these. The rate at which a radioactive isotope decays is characterized by its half-life, which is the time it takes for half of the radioactive atoms in a sample to decay. Half-lives can vary greatly, from fractions of a second to billions of years.

Radioizotópokként have numerous applications across various fields. In medicine, they are used in diagnostic imaging techniques like PET scans and SPECT scans, as well as in cancer treatment (radiotherapy). In industry, they are employed for material testing, sterilization of equipment, and as tracers to monitor processes. Scientists use them in archaeology and geology for dating ancient artifacts and rocks. Environmental monitoring also benefits from their use to track pollutants. The study and application of radioizotópokként fall under the domain of nuclear physics and radiochemistry.