Uses of Technetium and Strontium
Uses & Benefits
- Technetium is a radioactive metal and hence it is used for medical studies and other research purposes.
- Strontium metal is used to producing ferrite magnets as well as refining zinc.
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By-product of nuclear reactors called Strontium-90 is a radioactive isotope; it is absorbed by tissues and destroys bone marrow and cancer growth.
Industrial Uses
NA
Ammunition Industry, Chemical Industry
Other Uses
Alloys, Nuclear Research, Research Purposes
Alloys
Toxicity
Low Toxic
Non Toxic
Present in Human Body
No
Yes