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Radon is _ emitter and being radioactive is used in _ treatment in radiotherapy.

Correct answer: B. α, cancer

  • A. β, cancer
  • B. α, cancer
  • C. α, kidney stone
  • D. β, kidney stone

Explanation

Radon emits alpha particles that are used for therapeutic purposes to treat cancer. Radon is a gas and as a radioactive element, it is used in the treatment of cancer. It emits alpha, beta, and gamma rays that can damage or destroy cancer cells. Radon is not used in the treatment of kidney stones. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

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