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The main lead isotopes 206Pb, 207Pb and 208Pb, are not radioactive. It does have traces of radioactive isotopes, but the quantity is so small that lead's radioactivity can be considered zero.
It is however toxic if ingested.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoNo, lead is not radioactive, most lead found in the earths crust was formed when the unstable radioisotope uranium decayed through many other unstable elements into lead. Lead is a stable isotope which does not decay, and hence does not emit radiation.
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∙ 12y agoThe "lead" in your pencil is made of carbon (graphite), and has no lead in it.
Lead, Pb, several different radioactive isotopes, some of which are radioactive and release radiation.
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What scientists were involved in the discovery of radioactivity?
Henri Becquerel first discovered radioactivity (by mistake).
What is a sentence for radioactivity?
Chernobyl is well-known for it's dangerously high radioactivity levels.
What does ALARA mean in terms of radioactivity?
Meaning of ALARA in terms of radioactivity is As Low As Reasonably Achievable
Where does radioactivity start in an atom?
radioactivity start from the nucleus of an atom which becomes unstable n emit radiation
What two medical applications of radioactivity?
We can use radioactivity to improve our lives, such as through medical diagnoses and treatments and by generating electricity.
What absorbs radioactivity?
lead
What does uranium become when its lost its radioactivity?
Uranium becomes lead
What is the material commonly used to shield living beings from potentially harmful radioactivity?
Lead
Which type of radioactivity would be most dangerous if you were exposed to it from a source outside of your body?
Gamma radioactivity would be the most dangerous because, unlike alpha particles that can be blocked by paper or skin, and beta particles which can be shielded by foil, gamma radioactivity would need a lead shield. Plus gamma radioactivity effects organic material.
What materials are commonly used to shield living beings from potentially harmful radioactivity?
The protective apron used by dentists contains lead, which is highly opaque to radioactivity. (You would also notice that if you read Superman comic books; lead is used to safely contain kryptonite.)
What element is used to shield humans from radioactivity?
Usually lead (Pb) because it is a cheap heavy metal.
Why you use lead chamber in radioactivity?
Anything works to stop radiation but lead is effective, safe and easy to handle, and relatively inexpensive. Seriously, check cost of lead vs depleted uranium.
Why does radioactivity lead to genetic mutations?
The high-energy particles and electromagnetic waves of radiation damage macromolecules, including DNA.
How does radioactivity affect the water cycle?
Radioactivity affect the water molecules. Radioactivity makes it harmful
What has the author J C McLennan written?
J. C. McLennan has written: 'Report on some sources of helium in the British empire' -- subject(s): Helium, Gases 'On the radioactivity of mineral oils and natural gases' -- subject(s): Radioactivity, Mineral oils, Gases 'On the absorption spectra of mercury, cadmium, zinc, and other metallic vapours' -- subject(s): Spectra, Mercury, Cadmium, Absorption spectra, Zinc 'The radioactivity of lead' -- subject(s): Radioactivity, Lead 'Electric screening in vacuum tubes' -- subject(s): Experiments, Electric discharges through gases, Electrodes
Advantages of nuclear radioactivity?
What other sort of radioactivity is there?
What are examples of radioactivity?
For example natural and artificial radioactivity.
