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What innovative method did Hevesy develop for measuring?

  • pH levels

  • Radioactivity levels

  • Blood sugar levels

  • Using isotopes

Answer

Using isotopes, Hevesy developed an innovative method for measuring. Isotopes are atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons, and they have identical chemical properties but different masses. Hevesy used isotopes as tracers to follow the movement of elements in biological systems.
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