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The Use of Radioisotopes definitions

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  • Radioisotope
    Unstable atom used to track and analyze molecules in cells by emitting detectable radiation.
  • Radiation
    Energy released from unstable nuclei, detectable as alpha, beta, or gamma particles in experiments.
  • Alpha Particle
    Type of radiation involving the loss of protons and neutrons from an unstable nucleus.
  • Beta Particle
    Radiation form resulting from the emission of electrons during nuclear decay.
  • Gamma Particle
    High-energy photon released from an unstable nucleus, used for molecular detection.
  • Gel
    Material used to separate and analyze molecules, revealing size and type through visible bands.
  • Filter
    Tool for examining proteins, DNA, or molecules by capturing or separating them for analysis.
  • Molecular Tracking
    Technique for following the movement and location of molecules in real time within cells.
  • Quantification
    Process of determining the amount of a specific molecule present in a biological sample.
  • Molecular Dynamics
    Study of changes in molecule behavior, location, or quantity in response to cellular conditions.
  • Protein Analysis
    Examination of proteins using labeled molecules to determine their properties and responses.
  • DNA Analysis
    Investigation of DNA characteristics using labeled isotopes to reveal size, type, or behavior.
  • Photon
    Elementary particle of light energy released during gamma radiation from unstable nuclei.
  • Experimental Setup
    Arrangement of materials and conditions designed to reveal molecular properties using radioisotopes.