14391-11-8

Basic information

• Product Name: (~199~Au)gold
• CAS NO: 14391-11-8
• Molecular Formula: ¹⁹⁹Au
• Molecular Weight: 198.9687
• Mol File: 14391-11-8.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• CAS DataBase Reference: (~199~Au)gold(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (~199~Au)gold(14391-11-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (~199~Au)gold(14391-11-8)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 14391-11-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

(~199~Au)gold, also known as Gold-199, is an isotope of gold with a mass number of 199 and is radioactive. It undergoes beta decay to form mercury-199 and has a half-life of 3.14 days. This unique characteristic makes it a valuable tool in various applications, particularly in the field of nuclear medicine.
Used in Nuclear Medicine:
(~199~Au)gold is used as a radiotracer for diagnostic purposes in nuclear medicine, specifically in the treatment of cancer. Its radioactive properties allow for the tracking and imaging of cancerous cells, enabling more accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Used in Medical Research:
(~199~Au)gold is employed as a research tool in medical studies, helping scientists understand physiological processes in living organisms. Its radioactive nature provides valuable insights into the behavior of cells and tissues, contributing to the development of new therapies and treatments.
Used in Biological Process Analysis:
(~199~Au)gold is utilized in the analysis of various biological processes, offering a means to study the interactions between different molecules and cellular components. This information is crucial for advancing our understanding of biological systems and can lead to the discovery of new therapeutic targets and approaches.