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Kazeer [188]
3 years ago
7

Cobalt 60 used to infertile flies in farm. Is it aright choice?​

Biology
1 answer:
Mariana [72]3 years ago
6 0

Answer:

The answer is no

Explanation:

Cobalt 60 is a radioactive substance that remains in the environment for up to 6 years, is normally used in medical cancer treatments, but is highly toxic to people.

Exposure of Cobalto 60 for a few minutes can cause death.

The current health authorities are questioning the use of this material in this type of home use, the recommendations are to refrain from using it.

I hope its help you.

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