The Decay Constant,k,is Given for Each of the Beta Emitters

question 13

Multiple Choice

The decay constant,k,is given for each of the beta emitters below.Which one has the shortest half life?

• A)(³⁶Cl,7.09 × 10^-24 s^-1)
• B)(¹³¹I,9.94 × 10^-7 s^-1)
• C)(⁴²K,1.55 × 10^-5 s^-1)
• D)(⁶³Ni,2.39 × 10^-10 s^-1)

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