A radioactive isotope is an unstable form of an element that decays, emitting radiation. This property enables its use in medical imaging to diagnose diseases, cancer radiotherapy to target tumors, and scientific dating of ancient artifacts. Patients, doctors, and researchers benefit from improved diagnostics, treatments, and understanding of geological or historical timelines.
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