Isotopes are atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons. Radioactive isotopes (radioisotopes) decay, emitting radiation. ⁶⁰Co is a common source of gamma rays for external beam radiotherapy machines (historically known as 'cobalt bombs').
Isotope of Cobalt is used in the treatment of
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