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Which of the following radioistopes is u...

Which of the following radioistopes is used as anticancerous ?

A

Na-24

B

C-14

C

U-235

D

Co-60

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D
Radiation (`gamma`-rays) emitted by the radioactive substances `(._(27)Co^(60))` destroys the cells. Hence, it is used in treatment of cencer in which the malignant cells are wiped out.
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