Some applications of isotopes are given below:
- Radiometric Dating: Isotopes help determine the age of rocks, fossils, and artifacts.
- Medical Imaging: Isotopes are used in imaging techniques like PET scans to diagnose diseases and monitor organ function.
- Tracers: Isotopes act as tracers to study the movement of substances in biological, ecological, and environmental systems.
- Industrial Uses: Isotopes aid in leak detection, non-destructive testing, and optimization of chemical processes in industries.
- Environmental Research: Isotopes help understand past climates, track pollution sources, and assess water quality.
Suchit Prajapati Changed status to publish June 15, 2023
