Radiochemistry

Description

The chemistry of radioactive materials, the way to use radioactive isotopes of elements to study the properties and chemical reactions of non-radioactive isotopes.

Alternative labels

radio-chemistry
usage of radioactive isotopes
chemistry of radioactive materials

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Radiochemistry is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Optional knowledge

Radiochemistry is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Hazardous waste technician: Hazardous waste technicians dispose of materials that have been in contact with or are ignitable, corrosive, reactive, toxic or a combination of the aforementioned hazardous traits. They remove the waste from industrial facilities or households and transport them to a treatment facility to ensure they are treated and disposed of according to regulations. They may also advise on the proper treatment of hazardous waste, and aid in the clean-up of hazardous waste spills.
Chemical processing supervisor: Chemical processing supervisors coordinate the activities and the staff involved in the chemical production process, ensuring the production goals and deadlines are met. They control quality and optimize chemicals processing by ensuring defined tests, analysis and quality control procedures are performed.

 


 

References

  1. Radiochemistry – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022