Banana Radioactivity

[Dawn]

Bananas are slightly radioactive due to the presence of potassium-40, a naturally occurring radioactive isotope of potassium.

 

[Dwight]

Wow! Does that mean bananas can be as helpful as radiation therapy for cancer patients undergoing radioactive treatments?

 

[Keith_]

Yes, bananas contain a small amount of potassium-40, a naturally occurring radioactive isotope, but the levels are very low and not harmful to humans.

 

[goodknight]

Bananas are slightly radioactive due to the presence of potassium-40, a naturally occurring radioactive isotope of potassium.

Don't worry, you're not going to glow in the dark! Bananas have a tiny bit of radiation, but it's way less than you'd get from a plane ride.