Chemical Engineering - Chemical Engineering Basics - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Chemical Engineering Basics - Section 1 (Q.No. 38)
38.
Cobalt - 60 is used as a source of __________ in medical therapy & industrial radiography.
Discussion:
3 comments Page 1 of 1.
Mujahid anwar said:
6 years ago
It can be used to treat cancer.
Chinna said:
1 decade ago
In Medical therapy using X-rays.
Hitesh patel said:
1 decade ago
Large sources of cobalt-60 are increasingly used for sterilization of spices and certain foods. The powerful gamma rays kill bacteria and other pathogens, without damaging the product.
After the radiation ceases, the product is not left radioactive. This process is sometimes called "Cold Pasteurization".
After the radiation ceases, the product is not left radioactive. This process is sometimes called "Cold Pasteurization".
(1)
Post your comments here:
Quick links
Quantitative Aptitude
Verbal (English)
Reasoning
Programming
Interview
Placement Papers