Which isotope in the list below is most likely to be used for medical purposes?222Rn, t1/2 = 3.8 daysO B5Kr, t1/2*- 11 yearsO 60Co, t1/2 = 5.3 yearsO 90sr, t/2- 28.8 years

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Which isotope in the list below is most likely to be used for medical purposes? O 222Rn, t/2= 3.8 days 85Kr, t/2 = 11 years O 6°Co, t1/2= 5.3 years O 90Sr, t1/2 - 28.8 years

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Which isotope in the list below is most likely to be used for medical purposes?
222Rn, t1/2 = 3.8 days
O B5Kr, t1/2*
- 11 years
O 60Co, t1/2 = 5.3 years
O 90sr, t/2- 28.8 years

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