holmium131

Holmium-131 is a radioactive isotope of holmium, a rare earth metal with the atomic number 67. It is produced through neutron irradiation of holmium-130 in a nuclear reactor. Holmium-131 has a half-life of approximately 1.26 years and primarily decays through beta minus (β-) emission, resulting in the formation of erbium-131. This isotope is of interest in nuclear medicine and research due to its radioactive properties. Holmium-131 can be used as a tracer in various scientific studies to investigate biological processes and material interactions. Its radioactive decay allows for the tracking and analysis of its distribution and behavior within different systems. The isotope's relatively short half-life makes it suitable for short-term studies and applications. However, due to its radioactivity, handling holmium-131 requires appropriate safety measures to protect both personnel and the environment.