JAMB Chemistry 2016 Objective — Question 25
Question 25 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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25. The radioisotope used in industrial radiography for the rapid checking of faults in welds and casting is A. phosphorus-32 B. cobalt-60 C. carbon-14 D. iodine-131
- A. phosphorus-32
- B. cobalt-60Correct
- C. carbon-14
- D. iodine-131
Explanation
Cobalt-60 is the radio isotope used in industrial radiography for the rapid checking of faults in welds and casting. The isotope is also used for destroying cancerous cells.
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