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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