More than 15,000 accelerators are in use around the world. More than 97% of accelerators are used in
commercial applications, such as the creation of ceramics, insulators, and plastics. Accelerators of many
different designs have been developed. Some common accelerator applications include:
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Diagnosing and treating cancer
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Locating oil and minerals in the earth
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Processing semiconductor chips for computers
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Sterilizing medical equipment and food products
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Determining the age of materials through radiocarbon dating