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radioactive

1 of 1adjective
/ˌreɪdioʊˈæktɪv/
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containing or relating to a dangerous form of energy produced by nuclear reactions

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  • Radioactive isotopes are used in medical imaging for diagnostic purposes.
  • Exposure to radioactive materials can pose serious health risks, including radiation sickness and cancer.
  • Nuclear power plants generate electricity by harnessing the heat produced by radioactive decay.
  • Radioactive waste must be carefully stored and disposed of to prevent environmental contamination.
  • Geiger counters are used to detect and measure levels of radioactive contamination.
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