How is Technetium-99 produced commercially for hospitals? Looking for the specific nuclear reaction equations with any ionizing radiation, and preferably with the $\triangle$energy change shown. I will be handing out a medal for this as well to the best quality answer ^_^

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How is Technetium-99 produced commercially for hospitals?  Looking for the specific nuclear reaction equations with any ionizing radiation, and preferably with the $\triangle$energy change shown.  I will be handing out a medal for this as well to the best quality answer  ^_^

anonymous · Answer

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technetium-99m_generator

anonymous · Answer

Not quiet the level of detail I was asking for but I suppose it's a good enough starting point...

anonymous · Answer

What you're probably trying to say is "thanks!"   If you want a 50 page footnoted scientific report, send me a $1,500 advance and I'll get started right away.