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MCQ practice · SSC Chemistry Board questions · Chapter 3: Structure of Matter

Dinajpur Board 2022

Which isotope is used to cure brain cancer?

Think it through first, then pick an option.

  1. a ¹³¹I
  2. b ¹⁹²Ir
  3. c ⁶⁰Co
  4. d ³²P
Answer and explanation

Correct answer: b ¹⁹²Ir

The book: an iridium isotope cures brain cancer.

Why the other options are wrong

  • a ¹³¹I: ¹³¹I is for thyroid cancer; brain cancer uses iridium.
  • c ⁶⁰Co: ⁶⁰Co is for tumours; brain cancer uses iridium.
  • d ³²P: ³²P is for leukaemia; brain cancer uses iridium.