General, Organic, & Biological Chemistry
General, Organic, & Biological Chemistry
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780073511245
Author: Janice Gorzynski Smith Dr.
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 2, Problem 2.102CP
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason as to why Strontium90 causes bone cancer and leukemia is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Strontium is a radioactive element and Strontium90 is one of the isotopes of strontium. Strontium90 is produced in nuclear reactors. It has a wide range of applications in medicines and various industries.

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