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Q. Which of the following radioactive element is used in the treatment of cancer?

AMUAMU 2018The d-and f-Block Elements

Solution:

Thorium is the radioactive element, belonging to the class of lanthanides. It is used in the treatment of cancer. It is formed by radioactive decay of uranium. Minerals (like monozite, thorite) are rich in thorium and mixed for it