As a Sample of a Radioactive Nuclide Decays, Its Half-Life

question 55

Multiple Choice

As a sample of a radioactive nuclide decays, its half-life

• A) decreases.
• B) remains the same.
• C) increases.
• D) Any of these choices could be correct, depending upon the nuclide.

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Definitions:

Chromatid

One of the two identical halves of a duplicated chromosome, joined together at their centromeres before cell division.

Proteins

Large, complex molecules made up of amino acids that play essential roles in the body, including structural, enzymatic, and regulatory functions.

Hemolyzed

Refers to the bursting or destruction of red blood cells, leading to the release of hemoglobin into the surrounding fluid.

Crenated

Describes a process where cells, typically red blood cells, shrink due to osmosis, resulting in a notched or scalloped appearance.