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5.2.2a Alpha, beta and gamma emission

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Question 73

Which properties must a radioisotope have for it to be suitable for use as a medical tracer injected into a patient?

A

Half-life of several hours; emitting α\alphaα only

B

Half-life of several hours; emitting γ\gammaγ only

C

Half-life of several years; emitting β\betaβ only

D

Half-life of several years; emitting γ\gammaγ only

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134 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 5.2.2a Alpha, beta and gamma emission. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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