Synthetic radioisotope

ID: synthetic-radioisotope

A synthetic radioisotope is a type of radioactive isotope that is not naturally occurring but is artificially created through nuclear reactions or processes. These radioisotopes are produced in laboratories or nuclear reactors by bombarding stable isotopes with particles, such as neutrons or protons. Synthetic radioisotopes have a wide range of applications, including in medical diagnostics and treatment (e.g.

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