Radiotracers

Pronunciation
/ˈreɪdioʊˌtreɪsərz/
Category
Methodology
Singular
Radiotracer
Plural
Radiotracers

Definition

Radioactive isotopes used to track and study insect behavior, ecology, and physiology.

Etymology

From Latin 'radio-', meaning 'rays', and 'tracer', referring to a substance used to trace movement or processes.

Example

Radiotracers like P-32 and H-3 were used to study the feeding behavior of insects.

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